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“Holiday” comes from the Old English word for “holy day”

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

For me every day is a holiday. The word holiday comes from the Old English word for holy day. For me, every day I am alive is a special holy day — a gift that God has dished up for … Continue reading →

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How To Avoid Hollow Days During The Holidays

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

Holiday hype is hollow and seldom satisfies the human heart. Jesus was born once, not once a year. Because of Jesus we can be born again and transformed by His presence. Superficial holidays frequently feel like hollow days. Open your … Continue reading →

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For me, every day is a holiday!

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Steve Simms

The word “holiday” came from the Old English word “hāligdæg,” which means “holy day.” Today “holiday” means a special day set aside to celebrate something and to focus on having as much fun as possible. Of course, every day can’t … Continue reading →

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