12 Days of Christmas Archives

In His Name

We read yesterday that God Himself gave Jesus the Name above all Names–A name that brings salvation. Savior. Yahweh saves. The importance of His name connects Christmas with Easter. Throughout all the New Testament, much is done IN HIS NAME, and we are still encouraged …

About Ann Stewart

Ann just won the Christy Award for Best Debut Novel of 2017 with Stars in the Grass, originated AMG’s Preparing My Heart series, and writes “Ann’s Lovin’ Ewe” for The Country Register. When she's not writing, she's waving her arms directing musicals, teaching middle schoolers, or watching UVA Basketball, This is Us, or Madam Secretary. In her free time she hangs out with her husband, raising two lovely daughters and a whole flock of fuzzy sheep on Skye Moor Farm, in Virginia--where unscripted drama provides plenty of entertaining material.

Name Above All Names

by Ann Stewart

Parents-to-be are often asked, “What are you going to name your baby?” There is something delightful and special about finding the perfect name with the right fit, sound, flow, and meaning. We named our firstborn Christine Alane because, like her namesake Alane, she was born …

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Prophesy Fulfilled

by Page Hughes

When you were a child did you ever crawl under the Christmas tree and shake the presents? When our children were little we caught them shaking presents as they tried to guess what was in each one. Something soft and squishy meant clothes and something hard …

About Page Hughes

Page Hughes is a Jesus loving party girl who is always ready to have fun! She has been married to Dr. Les Hughes for almost 40 years and they reside in Alabaster, Alabama. Les and Page have been blessed with 4 amazing children and 11 fabulous grand children who are the source of many great illustrations. Page loves people well through ministering to their hurts, cooking delicious meals, and partying with the purpose of leading others to a deeper relationship with Jesus. Page’s goal in life is to go to heaven when she dies and take as many people as she can with her.

What Is Advent?

by Carla Anne Coroy

Advent is the time period leading up to an event that usually includes preparation, anticipation, and expectation. So how do we celebrate the Advent of Christmas? Preparation: Traditionally our culture has celebrated the Advent as a time to prepare for Christmas. However, sometimes the focus …

About Carla Anne Coroy

Carla Anne can be described in one word: passionate. After just a few minutes with her it is evident that her biggest passion is people. Carla Anne is an accomplished Christian author, speaker and business woman. Her favourite way to spend her free time is hanging out with her 8 kids (an even mix of sons, daughters, and in-laws) and many family “add-ons”. In winter you can find her cheering for her local hockey team and in summer she’ll be on the beach!

A Lullaby Just for Me

by Guest

I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8 In 1985, the Christmas season found me in search of a treasure—a peaceful night’s sleep. A good night’s rest had evaded me ever since I …

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The Reason for the Nativity

by Kellie Renfroe

While checking out at Wal-Mart last Christmas, the cashier casually asked my children if they were ready for Santa Claus. Not missing a beat my then five-year-old replied, “No, Santa Claus isn’t real.” Taken aback, the nice woman tried once more, “Oh, but he is. He lives in …

About Kellie Renfroe

Kellie and her husband Greg have been married 32 years and have four children ranging in age from 18 to 28. She co-founded Mentoring Moments for Christian Women in 2005. Kellie is a homeschooling mom who enjoys reading, studying the Bible, writing, photography, and learning how to cook.

Day 12 ~ 12 Days of Christmas 2010

by Kellie Renfroe

Have you enjoyed the 12 Days of Christmas this year? We have loved putting it together for you. Today is a special day–the day when we ask you to share with us! How do you put the focus on Christ during Christmas? Starting today …

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Day 11 ~ 12 Days of Christmas 2010

by Kellie Renfroe

Handmade Journals…Perfect for preteen and teen gifts. Feel free to see all 12 Days of Christmas 2010 (located in the top navgational bar) at MMCW. About Kellie RenfroeKellie and her husband Greg have been married 32 years and have four children ranging in age from …

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Worship the King

by Laura Leathers

Mt. 2:9-12 We have all read the Christmas story many times, but do we really know what it says? Have we looked deep into the Scriptures to see the new treasures of truth God has for us as we learn about the birth of Jesus. …

About Laura Leathers

Laura is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She is the founder of Tea Time Treasures, a ministry promoting Biblical Hospitality (www.teatimetreasures.net). Currently she is employed as an administrative assistant within a detention center—ministry in the marketplace. Laura received her Women's Ministry Certificate Advanced Degree from New Orleans Theological Seminary. She is a graduate of Speak Up with Confidence Seminars (Basic and Advanced) and CLASS (Christian Leaders, Authors, and Speaker Services). Over the years she has served as a Bible teacher, conference speaker and a free-lance writer.

Day 10 ~ 12 Days of Christmas

by Kellie Renfroe

Christmas Past…Molly shares her experiences as an exchange student in Austria during Christmas–complete with authentic Austrian cookies recipes. Feel free to see all 12 Days of Christmas 2010 (located in the navigational bar under Holidays & Occasions) at MMCW. You may enjoy from our archives …