Quote of the Day — Jesus Christ
December 26, 2022
The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve and to give his life a ransom for many. — Jesus Christ
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Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Messiah. Born in Bethlehem during the reign of King Herod, Jesus taught in Judea and Galilee, emphasizing themes of love, forgiveness, redemption, and the Kingdom of God. His teachings, recorded in the Gospels, have profoundly shaped Western civilization, ethics, and culture for nearly two thousand years. Jesus’s ministry included healing the sick, teaching moral and spiritual principles, and gathering disciples who would spread his message. His crucifixion and resurrection form the cornerstone of Christian theology and hope. The influence of Jesus…
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Bill Federer selected this passage from Mark 10:45 to open his Christmas week discussion on the theological foundations of the holiday. The quote underscores the episode’s central theme that Christmas celebrates God becoming man to serve humanity through sacrifice, connecting the gift-giving traditions of St. Nicholas to the ultimate gift of redemption. Hear the full context in The World Economic Forum and Caesar: Stories About Christmas and Kindness.
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December 26, 2022
Word of the Day
Beneficence
The quality or state of doing good; active kindness or charity; the practice of performing acts of generosity and benevolence…
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The World Economic Forum and Caesar: Stories About Christmas and Kindness
Bill Federer traces Christmas traditions from St. Nicholas to Santa Claus, and Nanette Holt shares stories of kindness on December 26, 2022.
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