In this episode, Anna speaks on how to navigate the pain of loss and grief during the holiday season. Using personal stories and the story of Lazarus in John 11, Anna highlights how an individual can show grace to themselves and also celebrate the holidays.

In this episode of Telos Church Ministries, we dive into the well-loved Christmas story in Luke 2:8–16, where angels appear to shepherds with the good news of Jesus’ birth. But did you know there are two powerful visions in this passage? Join us as we uncover how these visions reveal God’s invitation to see the world through His eyes and embrace His kingdom's transformative work. Along the way, we’ll explore the historical and cultural backdrop of the shepherds, the true nature of angels, and the paradigm-shifting significance of Jesus’ birth. This episode is packed with insights to enrich your Christmas season and inspire your faith journey.

Scripture Citations:

• Luke 2:8–16
• Luke 2:15–16
• Luke 1:52–53
• Isaiah 43:18–19
• Matthew 6:22–23
• 2 Corinthians 5:16–17
• Matthew 16:24–26

In this episode, we recap what was discussed last week and provide examples of what we'll do for the ministry in the future. We also touch upon the visible and exciting things God has been doing since we changed things.