19. No Stopping Now! – Jesus’ First Miracle
Character Connections
When Jesus performed his first public miracle, people began to see that he was no ordinary man. Changing water into wine at the wedding at Cana was just a small example of his power! Jesus is true God and true man. Only he can restore our relationship with God…and He did!
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18. Light in the Darkness - The Word Made Flesh
Character Connections
God is a mystery beyond our understanding, yet he became tangible in the person of Jesus. God loves the world so much that he sent his son to become one of us. His light breaks the darkness!
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17. Change Directions - The Magi Visit Jesus
Character Connections
Sometimes we turn the car around because we’re lost; other times it’s because there’s a better road. God told both the wisemen and Joseph to change their route to keep safe. God’s plans are better than our own!
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16. Unpopular – Jesus is Born: Luke
Character Connections
Surprise! Of all the people that God could have chosen to be the mother of Jeus, he picked a poor peasant woman. Instead of a clean crib, the son of God slept in a food dish for barn animals. God often works through the unpopular and the underdogs. His love is unlimited!
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15. A Powerful Name - Jesus is Born; Matthew
Character Connections
How many names do you have? The Bible uses different names to describe the Son of God; each has significance. Through faith, we are safe in the powerful name of Jesus!
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14. Standing Before the King - Esther
Character Connections
Esther could have kept her identity as a child of God a secret from the king. God gave her the courage to stand up for what was right and stop injustice. When the Lord calls us to action, we don’t stand alone!
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12. The Fourth Man - Three Men in the Fiery Furnace
Character Connections
When you feel alone in the fire, remember there’s someone standing next to you – and He won’t burn.
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11. A New Branch from a Dead Tree - God Promises a Messiah to Jeremiah
Character Connections
God promised his prophet Jeremiah that he would bring life out of death. He kept his promise and sent his son to make all things new. In Jesus we are a new creation!
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10. The Throne Room - God Calls Isaiah
Character Connections
The Throne Room - God Calls Isaiah Can you imagine standing in the throne room of a king? It would be terrifying unless you knew he was a good king. Isaiah’s vision of God on a throne convicted Isaiah of his sin. Despite Isaiah’s sin, his good king offered forgiveness and a call to share his love. Through Christ we are given the same!
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09. Jonah Preaches to Nineveh
Character Connections
God uses his people to share and show his love with the world. Jonah didn’t want the job, but God’s love doesn’t stop!
info_outlineHow many names do you have? The Bible uses different names to describe the Son of God; each has significance. Through faith, we are safe in the powerful name of Jesus!