Author Archives: Our Daily Bread

What makes Christmas “real” to you? Decorating a tree? Singing carols? Watching Christmas movies or spending time with family? Any of these things might remind us that it’s the Christmas season, but what’s the real reason for the season? Watch today’s video to discover what makes Christmas so special. Written and presented by Bill Crowder. […]

It’s a little early to think about Easter at Christmas. Or is it? When Jesus left heaven, He knew restoration was the goal, ultimately leading to the crucifixion. This Christmas, let’s celebrate the wonder and majesty of God’s sacrifice for us. Share this video with someone who needs to know how amazing God’s love is […]

What does Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem tell us about God’s love for us? Out of all the famous and wealthy places He could’ve chosen for the Savior’s birth, God selected a seemingly insignificant town. You may be surprised by the big meaning behind this small town! Watch today’s video to gain a greater appreciation of […]

Christmastime is full of stories that pull us into the wonder of the season. Your favorite movies, carols, and books all convey a story. But some of them miss the mark. While Christmas traditions and the delight of children are so special, there is something even more important to be told. Today, center your heart […]

How many times have you heard the Christmas story? Every year we focus on the miraculous birth of the Savior, the nativity scene, and on all who witnessed this monumental occasion. But how often do we stop to think about where He came from. Jesus left heaven—the perfect place—to save an imperfect people. That is […]

Did Jesus catfish the Israelites? God’s people were waiting on the promised Messiah. But who they received wasn’t who they were looking for. They expected a man to strike down their enemies with strength and fury. What they got was far beyond what they imagined. Watch this video to learn why Jesus is the ultimate […]

Have you ever wondered how the people of Jesus’ time knew who He was? It wasn’t like they could stalk him on social media. Instead of pictures, they had to rely on words and accounts of other people. That could be sketchy, right? Wrong. God was so intentional about the coming Messiah that He gave […]

The chosen one. That’s the name of the hero in many action-packed movies that depict the ongoing fight between good and evil. But the idea of a chosen one is fantasy, isn’t it? Could there be a name synonymous with hero in our reality? This video shows there are many names that point to one […]

Christmas is the time when we celebrate the birth of Jesus. We tend to pick out our favorite Scriptures found in the Gospels or the book of Isaiah and make them our memory verses for the month. But chances are you’ve been skipping quite a few verses that point to Jesus. Watch this video to […]

Would you consider yourself a planner? Recently, super planners have started preparing for Christmas in June! You could say they’re “on top of it.” However, there’s someone way ahead of them. Do you know where the first mention of Christmas is in the Bible? Watch the video to be encouraged by how intentional God’s plans […]