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Advent Question of the Week

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“In what ways has God proved Himself to be entirely trustworthy to you? Which of His promises do you most need to hold onto today?” Sinclair B. Ferguson, “Love Came Down at Christmas” Find more Advent reflection questions and resources at stonebriar.org/Advent.

GIFT Creations

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Looking for a Christmas gift or stocking stuffer that gives back? Check out GIFT Creations! These journals and notecards feature artwork by the talented students in our GIFT Ministry, and each purchase helps to support our ministry to families with special needs. Learn more and browse the collection at stonebriar.org/giftcreations.

Christmas Lights

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Which Christmas lights do you prefer—white or multi-colored? Cast your vote in the comments!

Your Christmas Tree Tradition

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When Christmas comes around, which do you prefer—a real tree or an artificial tree?

Advent Passage of the Week

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“Love is patient, love is kind.” (1 Corinthians 13:4 NIV) Join us this Advent season as we reflect on what God’s Word says about love in 1 Corinthians 13. Visit stonebriar.org/Christmas to explore our Advent resources and more ways to celebrate the gift of God’s love in Christ Jesus.

Endurance and Patience

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“Endurance is the ability to pass through any experience—any, as hard as it can be—and trust God to see you through it.” Pastor Ignacio Cerda Gain insights on persevering and overflowing with thankfulness from our latest contemporary worship services at stonebriar.org/watch.

Empowered for a Purpose

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In his message on Sunday, Pastor Chuck Swindoll charged all of us to watch for opportunities to make Christ known. Be encouraged by this reminder of how the Holy Spirit empowers us, and listen to the full message on Peter and John’s bold witness for Christ at stonebriar.org/watch.

The Dangers of Competition & Comparison

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“That’s called competition. It has no place in the body of Christ.” –Pastor Chuck Swindoll Listen to Pastor Chuck Swindoll’s latest message, “The Integrity of True Humility,” at stonebriar.org/watch.

Give Thanks Today

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scripture: Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. —Psalm 118:1 (NIV)

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.” (Psalm 118:1 NIV) Let’s thank the Lord for His faithful love today! How has the Lord shown His goodness to you?

Five Statements to Remember

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“We live in unsolved problems, and we can’t see how they’re going to work out. God sees it all.” –Pastor Chuck Swindoll Listen as Pastor Chuck Swindoll shares five simple statements that will change your life from panic to peace. Remember them always. Listen to Pastor Chuck’s latest sermon, “The Integrity of Waiting . . …

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