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- Why the "Fear--Nots" of Christmas?
Friday, December 26, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? We all love the story of the Wizard of Oz, perhaps because we can identify with each of the characters to some degree. They all had a fear that they would be stuck in their current state forever. Thankfully, we don't have to worry in this way. Friday on Turning Point, we learn that God uses love to remove fear from our lives. - Why the "Fear--Nots" of Christmas?
Thursday, December 25, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Fear has a way of making its way into our lives. According to U.S. News and World Report, more than 14 million Americans suffer from irrational fears. Why is the world so full of apprehension, especially at Christmas? Thankfully, the phrase "Fear not" is used three times during the first Christmas. - Why Call Him Savior?
Wednesday, December 24, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Did you know there are over one-hundred names for Jesus in the Bible? Matthew refers to Him as Rabbi, while Luke describes Him as Son of David. But Paul identifies Him as Savior. Why do we call Him Savior? Find out the meaning behind this wonderful name, Wednesday on Turning Point. - Why Call Him Savior?
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? The meaning behind a name can hold significant value for most people. It is probably because our character often reflects our name. The Lord had many names, but the greatest name is Savior. Today on Turning Point, Dr. David Jeremiah takes a closer look at why we call Him Savior. - Why Call Him Immanuel?
Monday, December 22, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Effective communication is extremely important in our lives. So, what is the key to success? You have to know your audience. Today on Turning Point, we will learn that God knew the best way to communicate with us - He became one of us. - Why Call Him Immanuel?
Friday, December 19, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? We know that Jesus is called "Immanuel," which means, "God with us." Stop for a moment and think of the depth of this phrase. God, perfect and eternal, came to be with us. Why? He came to reveal his love and grace. - Why Music at Christmas?
Thursday, December 18, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Have you ever been so happy that you couldn't help but sing? If we gain that much excitement from events in our life, how much more should we show our enthusiasm for Christ's birth? - Why Music at Christmas?
Wednesday, December 17, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? When it comes to Christmas carols, we all have our favorites. The song we claim as our favorite is unimportant. What does matter is the meaning behind the song. Have you ever wondered why there is music at Christmas? - Why the Gifts of the Wisemen?
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Gifts contain meaning and significance. Take anniversary gifts for example. Twenty-five years is marked with silver, fifty years with gold, and sixty years with diamonds. Gifts have meaning. So, what was the importance of the gifts the Wisemen brought to Christ? - Why the Gifts of the Wisemen?
Monday, December 15, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Giving the perfect gift. We all love that moment when we find the ideal present for someone we love. Gifts are a significant part of Christmas traditions, dating back to the very first Christmas. Many of us know that the Wisemen brought gifts to Christ, but why? - Why the Shepherds?
Friday, December 12, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Can you imagine if the shepherds had received the message of Christ's birth and then refused to tell the intended recipients? Upon hearing of the birth of Christ, they went to see Him and then told everyone that the Savior was born! - Why the Shepherds?
Thursday, December 11, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Who were the first visitors of baby Jesus? They were dirty, smelly shepherds, incapable of sophisticated conversation. Ill-regarded by society, they were God's first choice to visit his beloved Son. Thursday on Turning Point, Dr. David Jeremiah will help us to uncover the answers to "Why the Shepherds?" - Why No Room In the Inn?
Wednesday, December 10, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Rejection. Even before His birth, Christ was unwanted. We could not even give Him a respectable place to lay His little head. Why would God begin His story this way? Wednesday on Turning Point, Dr. David Jeremiah answers the question, "Why No Room in the Inn?" - Why No Room In the Inn?
Tuesday, December 9, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? We all long to be home for Christmas, but it is not always possible. It may comfort us to realize that the participants of the first Christmas were not at home. In fact, Jesus left the comforts of heaven only to find Himself in a humble manger. - Why Bethlehem?
Monday, December 8, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Location, location, location. This is a phrase we use often to reflect the fact that location determines value. So, what about the birthplace of Christ? We all know He was born in Bethlehem. If it is all about location, what is the significance of Bethlehem? - Why Mary?
Friday, December 5, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Mary, although confused and overwhelmed at the idea of being the mother of Christ, submitted herself to the will of the Father. Her words, "Be it unto me according to your word," can be a great encouragement to us. Take a deeper look at Mary's role in the Christmas story, Friday on Turning Point. - Why Mary?
Thursday, December 4, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? It can take some time to recover from life-changing news. What if the transforming message came from an angel? Mary must have been shocked, to say the least. Then the angel reassures Mary, "The Lord is with thee." - Why Joseph?
Wednesday, December 3, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Joseph is often called the forgotten man of Christmas. Yet, he was chosen by God to be the adoptive father of Jesus Christ. Although he never speaks a word, his actions and character demonstrate him to be worthy of this high calling. - Why Did Jesus Become a Man?
Tuesday, December 2, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? Without Christ, the course of humanity would be one long, downward spiral into everlasting anguish. Jesus didn't just come to save us, He came to secure our eternal home. - Why Did Jesus Become a Man?
Monday, December 1, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Why the Nativity? The birth of Christ was not a secret. In fact, there are over three hundred prophecies that told of the coming Messiah. But why did Jesus become a man? Join us on Turning Point, with Dr. David Jeremiah, to learn more about the questions surrounding the birth of Christ. - Doxologies of Thanksgiving
Friday, November 28, 2008 Host: Dr. David Jeremiah Series: Growing in the Grace of Gratitude As we get older and have more responsibility, it becomes more difficult to remember. Much like our walk with Christ, the more blessings we have, the more complicated it becomes to recall all He has done.