At Christmas, we often picture Jesus as a baby in a manger — but the story doesn’t stop there. Jesus didn’t remain a baby. He grew into the Savior of the world, the promised Messiah who performed miracles, lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again in victory.

In this special episode of Rise and Shine, Haylee reads through the full Christmas story, moving between the Gospels of Luke and Matthew, and traces the miracle of Jesus’ birth all the way to the greater miracle of salvation.

We also look at the Old Testament prophecies that foretold Jesus’ birth centuries before it happened — revealing that Christmas was not an accident, but God’s divine plan unfolding exactly as promised.

This episode is a reminder that the same Jesus born of a virgin is still alive, still powerful, and still performing miracles today.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The full biblical Christmas story from Matthew and Luke

• Why Jesus’ virgin birth was essential to God’s plan of salvation

• How Old Testament prophecy confirms Jesus as the Messiah

• Why Jesus is not just a baby, but the Savior of the world

• How Jesus grew up to live a sinless, perfect life

• Why the cross and resurrection are the ultimate miracles

• How Jesus is still working miracles today

📖 Key Scriptures:

• Luke 1–2 — The birth of Jesus

• Matthew 1–2 — Jesus’ genealogy and early life

• Isaiah 7:14 — The virgin birth prophecy

• Isaiah 9:6–7 — The promised Messiah

• Micah 5:2 — The prophecy of Bethlehem

• Hosea 11:1 — Fulfilled in Jesus

• Matthew 28 — The resurrection

✨ Main Message:

Jesus was born of a virgin, lived a perfect life, died for our sins, and rose again in power. He is not just the baby in the manger — He is the living Savior who still performs miracles today.

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Is reading the Bible really that important for Christians? The answer is a resounding yes — and in this episode of Rise and Shine, Haylee explains why God’s Word is not optional, but essential for every believer’s life and faith.

We begin by looking at Jesus as the Word (John 1), understanding that Scripture is not just ink on a page, but a living revelation of who God is. The Bible is truth, nourishment, direction, correction, and protection — and it is one of the primary ways we grow in relationship with God.

In this episode, we explore how Scripture sustains us spiritually, teaches us truth, lights our path, and equips us for the spiritual battles we face daily. God’s Word is how we learn His heart, recognize His voice, and stand firm against the schemes of the enemy.

This teaching is both an encouragement for new believers and a reminder for long-time Christians of why staying rooted in the Word matters now more than ever.

• Why Jesus is the Word and why that matters for believers

• How Scripture reveals truth and sets us free

• Why the Bible is our spiritual sustenance, not just inspiration

• How reading God’s Word deepens our relationship with Him

• Why Scripture is living, active, and powerful

• How God’s Word equips and trains us for righteousness

• Why the Word of God is essential in spiritual warfare

• How Scripture helps us stand firm against the enemy’s schemes

• John 1:1–3, 14 — Jesus as the Word

• Hebrews 4:12 — The Word is living and active

• Matthew 4:4 — Living by every word from God

• Psalm 119:105 — God’s Word lights our path

• 2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture equips us

• John 17:17 — God’s Word is truth

• John 8:32 — Truth brings freedom

• Matthew 24:35 — God’s Word endures forever

• Colossians 3:16 — Let the Word dwell richly

• Ephesians 6:11–12 — The armor of God

• 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — Spiritual warfare and truth

The Bible is not just a book we read — it is the way we know God, grow in truth, stay nourished, and fight spiritual battles. When we stay in the Word, we stay grounded, protected, and aligned with God’s heart.

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Proverbs 3 is one of the most loved chapters in the entire Bible — and for good reason. It’s filled with practical wisdom, spiritual direction, and reminders that every believer needs, whether you're brand new to the faith or have walked with God for years.

In this episode of Rise and Shine, Haylee walks verse-by-verse through Proverbs chapter 3, showing how these timeless truths guide us to live wisely, seek God first, and build a faith that actually transforms our daily lives.

We talk about why the Bible isn’t just a book — it’s advice from God Himself. And if we want clarity, peace, and direction, His Word should be the very first place we look. Proverbs 3 teaches us how to trust God deeply, walk in integrity, receive God’s correction, and lean on wisdom that lasts.

You’ll also hear powerful supporting verses like Matthew 6:33, Proverbs 16:24, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, and James 1:5 — all pointing to the same truth: the Word of God is living, active, and essential for a strong faith.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why Proverbs 3 is the perfect chapter for new believers

• How long-time believers can use it as a spiritual reset

• What it means to seek God first in every decision

• Why the Bible is God’s personal instruction and wisdom for us

• How to trust God with your whole heart

• Why we must constantly remind ourselves of God’s promises

• Verse-by-verse breakdown of Proverbs 3

• What Scripture teaches about wisdom, trust, and obedience

  📖 Key Scriptures:

• Proverbs 3 (main passage)

• Matthew 6:33 — Seek first the Kingdom

• Proverbs 16:24 — Pleasant words bring healing

• 2 Timothy 3:16 — All Scripture is God-breathed

• Hebrews 4:12 — The Word is living and active

• James 1:5 — Ask God for wisdom

  ✨ Main Message:

When you start with God, seek Him first, and build your life on His Word, everything else finds its right place. Proverbs 3 is God’s roadmap for living with wisdom, peace, and purpose.

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