Culture Archives - Christi Gee

What the shepherds remind us about the greater message of Christmas

The shepherds who tended to the lambs destined for sacrifice were the first to welcome Jesus into our world on Christmas night.

Have you ever pondered the irony and foreshadowing God wrote into his story when he chose the shepherds to be the first to hear the good news of great joy?

What you might not know about “Mary, did you know?”

Have you seen this astounding video pairing footage from "The Bible" miniseries and "Mary did you know?" Learn the story behind the song as well. Christmas songs, Advent devotional, Christmas lyrics

“Mary, did you know” didn’t start out as a song. See one of the most profound videos, learn the story behind the song, and ponder a few other questions!

3 Lessons from ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ + a Quiz!

This classic film resonates on so many levels, but I believe one of the deepest is the need to know you’ve made a difference and the power of those IN your life to encourage you back from the cliff. Above all the noise in the world, people just want to know their life matters. And we hold the power to help others see just how much.

How much do you remember about the movie? Why do you think it resonates? What do we learn? Answers AND a fun quiz! Discover which type of ENCOURAGER you are.

For when you’re weary of trying

Are you struggling? Click through for encouragement and a reminder that timing is everything. Scripture-based inspiration from Galatians. It's a Wonderful Life failed when it first debuted. Don't give up!

Did you try something that whimpered this year? Are you weary from investing with very little return? Click for a little encouragement!

Come and Behold! Join the Advent Journey

New book BEHOLD just released on Amazon for Christmas Advent

Hear the invitation to Come and BEHOLD! Tune your heart to the awe-inspiring pulse of Christmas: God. With. Us. Find out more about my book all about Advent.

When it feels like sin had the last word

A message of hope for anyone who has failed and feels like a disappointment to the Savior. Don't believe the enemy's lie. Because Jesus overcame, we are overcomers!

A message for anyone who has failed and feels like a disappointment to the Savior. Don’t believe the enemy’s lie. Because Jesus overcame, we are overcomers! Run toward the hope and power and justification that the truth of the Resurrection proclaims.

5 Favorite Christian Advent Resources

5 of the best free Christian Advent ideas, calendars, and devotionals. Start a new family tradition, teach your children the true meaning of Christmas, or add to your Bible readings with these resources.

We researched, downloaded, vetted, and culled Christian Advent resources to come up with a list of 5 recommendations for both individuals and families. These 5 Christmas plans don’t require a lot of time, advance preparation, or craftiness but they are deep in spiritual truth.

Your light was MADE for this darkness, Christian

Our world is overflowing with violence, evil, and darkness. It's the perfect time for Christians to shine their light. The stage has been set for Christ’s followers to step up and show we choose LOVE and LIGHT and LIFE, against the backdrop of despair and darkness and death. Find hope, encouragement, and inspiration to keep shining from Scripture and biblical wisdom.

The stage has been set for Christ’s followers to step up and show we choose LOVE and LIGHT and LIFE, against the backdrop of despair and darkness and death.

Is social media our 6th love language?

Is Social media our 6th love language? Despite its drawbacks, it has great potential for believers to use for Christian encouragement. Inside: 1 Corinthians 13 for social media

Stone wall & Revival: What happened when Nehemiah prayed

You are invited to a national prayer war room. Nehemiah led a building campaign that launched a remnant’s revival. One praying person makes a difference.

God’s Sovereignty Vetoes a Nation’s Idolatry

We can live fearlessly because the future is not up for grabs; and the past and present proclaim God is never out of options.

Standing on the Rock of Ages when the world is sinking sand

Do you need to trade that sinking feeling for a higher view? As Christians, our hope is built on nothing less than Christ the solid rock. Bible verses to renew your courage and strengthen your faith. Encouragement, inspirational quotes, and even a podcast about the Rock of Ages. There is no rock like our God.

Do you need to trade that sinking feeling for a higher view? There is no rock like our God. Here are seven scriptures that remind us our hope is built on nothing less!