what is a story for a small group that relates christian life to a leaf?
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look pretty good for a little bit, but still dead....?
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Well, here in America, there is a movement afoot to return Christ to Christmas again. In Portland, Maine we are having an argument about what to call the Christmas tree in our town square. The city fathers insist it is a holiday tree, so as not to offend anyone, but of course all the Christians are offended because they know it's a Christmas tree. Great attitude to set the stage for a happy Christmas, huh. And so it goes. I just spent about three hours up in our attic trimming down all our Christmas things and I brought it over to the waitstaff where we have our lunch every day - Newick's Restaurant. Now I have just TWO boxes of things as compared to FOURTEEN boxes a year ago. You have to get the whole thing under control or you will knock yourself out for nothing all over again. Every year is the same. But if you take it all apart before the season "kicks in" (gets under way), then there is a good chance you will be able to get it under control. But you have to be determined. Some people go all out at Christmas, and they also decorate their homes with millions of lights. My partner and I have been together for forty-seven years and we are very modest now in our celebration of the season. We have a four-foot little tree with lots of little coloured lights that twinkle in the darkened living room, and it looks just lovely. Between the two of us we send about forty cards. Three gifts. And that is it. I like to meditate on Christmas in complete silence, because that is where I find the real meaning to me of what Christmas and Christ are all about. By the way, Merry Christmas to you and everyone reading this. Sent with happy energies from Chris in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A. (I am 63 years old.)
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Try: http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/beantrees/
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It's a parable - a story to teach us a lesson.  The Bible is not always an accurate history of life.
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Many religions incorporate some sort of circle in their traditions and ceremonies usually indicating the cirle of life.  Check the link for more info...
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OK, I've got some ideas for you.  Links are numbered below.\n\nFirst of all, in the Middle Ages towns would put on what are called cycles of mystery plays, which were collections of short plays that told Bible stories.  I've linked to a page that has the York cycle in a modern translation.  I would think that if you did some creative cutting, you could have an excellent play (and an excellent report if you included some information on mystery plays.)  (1.)\n\nMiddle Ages cooking was notorious for being either very simple (for the common man) or extremely complicated (for the nobility).  I'm giving you a website that has lots of recipes.  (2.)  Also, I'm going to give you a link to a page that has a VERY easy recipe for baked pears, with both the original recipe from a 14th century French book and a modern translation. (3.)\n\nFor music, you are going to have to do a little more research.  I'm including a page that has a lot of good resources listed.  (4.)
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yes i would care to know the deeper meaning to the story! it would interest me! good luck w/ ur research!
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I do, and I try to find something that I can relate to, not just reading any chapter & verse. God works in mysterious ways. Ask him to guide your eyes and fingers to what He wants you to know. Ask Him to speak to you through this devotion time. AND HE WILL...God Bless
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I don't, but that sounds like a great idea.  Hmmm, one that I like, that comes to mind right now is 1 John 4: 7-19.  Another one I like that emphasises being non-judgemental, is the one about Jesus talking to Mary of Samaria? at the well, the woman with the 5 husbands... not sure where it is.  Good luck and God Bless
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Here's one link.  There are others just type in children's Bible stories on the search engine.\nhttp://www.jesusanswers.com/christian/stories/creation.htm
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Try Mrs. Stanton's Bible. It is short and right to the point.
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How about:\n\nFor all the people of God, that we may strengthen each other mutually in love, we pray to the Lord.\n\nFor the people and leaders of all nations, that peace may be theirs, we pray to the Lord.\n\nFor ____________, joined now in marriage, that their love grow and their commitment deepen every day, we pray to the Lord\n\nFor the families of _________________, that love, marriage and family life grow stronger, we pray to the Lord.\n\nFor all the lives this family will touch, that people will find love and compassion in their home, we pray to the Lord.\n\nFor the families and friends gathered here today, that they continue to enrich _____________________ with love and support through the years, we pray to the Lord.\n\nFor all who have died in the peace of Christ, especially: ____________________________ whom we remember at this celebration, we pray to the Lord.\n\nThere are a few more choices at: http://www.seas-carmel.org/marr-intercessions.asp
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One way is to simply talk about what Christ has been doing in your life recently, what you've been learning, and what you've been experiencing.\n\nAnother way is to tell them your story, how Christ has made a difference in your life.\n\nAnother good way is to invite them to church or youth activities so that they can meet other Christians and see more what the Christian life is about
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my favorite Bible story is found in the NT - where Peter steps out of the boat and walks on water, in the midst of a stormy sea...\n\nI like this story in particular, simply because metaphorically it teaches us that we need to keep our eyes on JESUS, and not look at the 'waves' (circumstances, problems, etc) in our life. \n\nIf we fail to keep our eyes on JESUS than we go under - just like Peter did once he start looking at the waves.\n\n\nYes, I believe it's true.\n\nThank you by the way, for asking this question. I think it's a wonderful question and you are to be commended for asking it.\n\nGod Bless.
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try the internet. local church groups can also be good.
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I think one of the biggest things you can do is what you've done here. Get the word out. I wasn't even aware of its existence. Particularly, I think you need to alert the local congregations. This is something they can pass on to their youth who are college bound.
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A Stranger in a Strange Land  by Hinlen.... But that is fiction... While certain concepts may or may not be aplicable to modern life.  Christ Jesus is my Lord and Master. For my Life and Salvation. It is His Word that is my guide