Articles
Winter 2024-2025 Studies
Looking Forward to Christmas
Almost everyone loves the Christmas season. Many look forward to the traditions surrounding the holiday, Others look forward to the festive decorations, parties, food, and extra time with friends and family. And, of course, people look forward to the gifts. However, the events behind the first Christmas give us something far greater to look forward to. Christmas is, first and foremost, a celebration of Christ’s coming to earth. Because of Him, we can look forward to hope, peace, joy, and love.
The Heart of Worship
Everybody worships. In every place, every culture, and every time, people are drawn to worship someone or something. Some people even fail to recognize that they worship; nevertheless, they worship something. However, worship is only rightfully due to the One who is truly God over all. The pages of Scripture reveal the One we are to worship, and the Bible also reveals the way we are to engage in worship. When we approach God in worship that is genuine and appropriate, we are drawn into a deeper walk with Him.
I am so excited when we get to gather in small groups to study the Word of God.”
Dr. Mark A. Croston
The YOU Podcast
YOU podcasts provide a candid overview of each YOU Bible Study session. General editor Mark Croston and content editor Natasha Menifee casually discuss each biblical topic from an urban perspective with a strong theological and biblical emphasis. The intent of these podcasts is to provide listeners with a time-efficient overview of each session and creative tips for study group leaders.
