MARKUS 2:3

The Christmas season has an extraordinary ability to bring out feelings of joy and appreciation in people all across the globe. It’s as if humanity’s deepest desire is to express love through kindness and selfless actions. As people embrace the Christmas season, they are saturated with compassion and tenderness, which reflects the life of Jesus. Join us over the next 3 days as we examine Miraculous Jesus.

How do you respond when someone upsets you? Do you get angry? Are you sad? Do you sneak into their house at night and spread Legos all over their floor? Join in as we explore what Jesus calls us to do with our grudges (Spoiler alert: we are called to forgive!).

This reading plan centers on the quiet but unshakeable truth that God’s care is both personal and abundant. Through close observation of art that highlights small details, crowded moments, and ordinary scenes of daily life, readers are invited to consider how divine provision often reveals itself in unexpected ways.

The story in Mark 2:1–12 teaches that true leadership is rooted in compassion, teamwork, and unwavering faith. The four friends demonstrated unity, creativity, and determination by overcoming obstacles to bring their friend to Jesus. Their selfless action reminds us that great leaders take initiative, serve others, and pursue solutions despite challenges. Leadership is not just about authority, but about impact—lifting others, inspiring hope, and acting with purpose to bring transformation.