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Messages by Desiring God

Christmas Was and Christmas Is: The Whole Story of Advent

Dec 10, 2023
David Mathis, writer for Desiring God, explores the true essence of Christmas and the hope and help it offers. The podcast discusses Jesus as our rescuer, hero, and example, emphasizing his dual nature as fully human and fully divine. It also encourages listeners to seek Jesus' help during Advent in their fight of faith.
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  • Jesus became fully human to identify with us and provide aid in the Christian journey.
  • Jesus destroyed Satan through his suffering and delivered us from the fear of death.

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Jesus' Unique Beginning

Jesus, as the second person of the eternal Trinity, did not start like us humans. His person was not created, unlike our human nature.

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