Our Stories: Hopes Arrival - The Nativity through their Eyes

A project in Corpus Christi, TX by Deborah Gatchel
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The people of the first Christmas tell their stories
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Funded: $3,049 of $3,000
Dates: Sep 1st -> Oct 1st (31 days)
Project By: Deborah Gatchel
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Meet the Cast: The Shepherd

September 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. Luke 2:8 Who were these shepherds? Ask the Internet, and you’ll discover that they were outcasts, unwelcome in the synagogue and temple.... (Read More)

Fully Funded!

September 26th - via: kickstarter.com
This morning, we reached our funding goal! A huge "Thank You" to everyone who has prayed for me and stood with me financially to bring the message of Hope this Christmas.  We have four days left. Continue sharing and praying. Additional funding... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: Joseph

September 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Who was Joseph? The Bible tells us: He was of the house of David (Luke 1:27, Luke 2:4, Matthew 1:20) betrothed to Mary (Luke 1:27, Matthew 1:18) When he went to Jerusalem to redeem Jesus, he offered the sacrifice of a poor person (Luke 2:24;... (Read More)

Which character are you most like?

September 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Let's take a break from all the academics for some fun! Which character from THE Christmas story are you most like?  Find out here: https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/ugc/story.php?title=nda5oty4nqaeff  Share your results here and on your... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: The Wiseman

September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?" (Matthew 2:1b-2a, NKJV) Who were the Wise Men The Bible tells us they: were from the East, came to Jerusalem to worship the King of the Jews, had... (Read More)

The Two Lineages of Jesus

September 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38 both record the genealogy of Jesus. But they list different ancestors. Who’s right? Who made a mistake? Does the Bible contradict itself? I propose the following answers: Both, No one, and Absolutely not. We must... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: Mary

September 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Throughout Biblical times, the Israelites were a patriarchal society. Men had the authority, took leadership roles, and fought the battles. Many sections in Proverbs place a high value on women. And God-fearing women are always held in high esteem.... (Read More)

A Quick Two-Question Poll for You

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
My plan was to copy the "Meet the Cast" updates to my website as blog posts. But I have had a request to add them to the back of the book. What do you think? Tell me here or comment below.  Doing so could potentially delay the project by a couple of... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: The Soldier

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
With Rome transforming from a Republic to an Empire under Augustus Caesar (r. 27 BCE-14 CE), the army underwent some changes. But largely, it continued to operate as it had for almost 500 years and would for the next nearly 500 years. Discipline was... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: Anna

September 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Anna is rewritten and has passed the first round of editing (again)! Since I've been talking about her, I thought I'd introduce you to her.  Please meet Anna.  What do we know about Anna? She gets three verses in the Bible (Luke 2:36-38). From them... (Read More)

51% in less than a week!

September 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all so much! We've come so far in so little time. I thank you all for your prayers as we count down to launch day!  You bless me more than you know.  I pray you have a great weekend.  In my non-writing life, I am stepping into my last... (Read More)

Meet the Cast: Zechariah and Elizabeth

September 7th - via: kickstarter.com
(I posted this in the comments a few day ago, but I think this is where it is supposed to go) Luke 1:5-7 Who were Zechariah (Zachariah, Zacharias) and Elizabeth First, Luke wrote in Greek so Zechariah’s name is a transliteration. Which spelling is... (Read More)

Day 3! Nearly 10% Funded!

September 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Before I forget: Early bird specials go away at midnight.  I thank Jesus for each of you - those who are following to see what happens and those who have backed. You inspire me.  This weekend, after a discussion with my editor, I had to go back to... (Read More)

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