Monthly Archives: December 2023

When You Can’t Ride in the Carriage

Posted on December 29, 2023 by radamdavidson

A few weeks ago, our family spent the evening at the Downtown Jamestown Christmas Celebration. It was picturesque, our Little Town of Jamestown (how still we see thee lie). There’s not too much to Jamestown, though that’s changing rapidly as … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2023

Posted on December 24, 2023 by radamdavidson

Most pastors who’ve been at it for 20+ years find a stocking full of challenge when it comes to telling the same story every Christmas. We seek the Lord and ask — with yule log passion — what fresh word … Continue reading →

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A Two-Headed Day

Posted on December 23, 2023 by radamdavidson

Yesterday was a two-headed day. On one hand (head), we’ve got young Zac’s 15th birthday. On the other, the 3 year mark of Shawn’s passing, my wife’s husband and the father of two of my kids. As far as family … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: Cloth (Luke 2 & 23)

Posted on December 22, 2023 by radamdavidson

The gospels mention Jesus being wrapped in cloths two times… remember both times as you gather ’round the manger this Christmas…

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[RadCast] Advent: Don’t Be Afraid (Matthew 2:19-21)

Posted on December 21, 2023 by radamdavidson

It’s frustrating that God doesn’t defend himself by answering for every fear we have. I’m afraid of x, y, z… and God simply says1) Don’t be afraid, for I am with you2) There’s a bigger story unfolding and you’re in … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: Just Say No (Titus 2:11-14)

Posted on December 20, 2023 by radamdavidson

Waiting for second Advent is made more difficult by the fact that we have all kinds of “outs” to temporarily numb the brokenness of the world and our own souls.I know Christmas is a tough time for some of us. … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: Rescue from Fragments (Colossians 3)

Posted on December 19, 2023 by radamdavidson

Do we lose our nature as image bearers of God? No, but we sure look different… until the new creation of Christ happens. We’re waiting for Jesus Messiah, the one who will come and rescue us from the fragments, including … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: You’d Better Watch Out (Luke 1:28b-29)

Posted on December 18, 2023 by radamdavidson

If you ever pray “Lord, just be with me today…” you’d better be real careful, because if He answers that prayer, even with the same nonchalance that you and I say it, stuff’s gonna happen.

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[RadCast] Advent: Breakthrough via the Peculiar

Posted on December 15, 2023 by radamdavidson

John the Baptist, a somewhat peculiar man who is for us a voice of Advent. models self-sacrifice and obedience to God’s plan. We need to do the same.And/OrIs there a John the Baptist type person in your life that kind … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: Waiting and Working (Titus 2)

Posted on December 13, 2023 by radamdavidson

I’m waiting for Christ’s return and I don’t like my job.I’m supposed to have joy but my life is monotonous.I’m supposed to have hope but it feels like I’m stuck in this broken mess.What are we supposed to do besides… … Continue reading →

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