Throughout the Bible, God brought themes of love showing how he cared for his children. When He sent His one and only Son Jesus as a baby and a king, this was the ultimate expression of His love for the Israelites, and for us today! Let’s listen as we look forward to celebrating His Birth…
Why are names important to us? Last names mean something, often stemming from what their ancestors did. Jesus’ name meant “he will save his people from their sins”. He lived up to his name as Christ the anointed one. We too are anointed through baptism as Christians. With this anointing comes responsibility, and our behavior…
When we don’t recognize someone, it can be unsettling. Like the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, may we widen the circle to include the stranger and show our hospitality, so that we too may entertain angels unawares…
Peter was one of the twelve disciples, who spent years with Jesus and his ministry. When he was faced with a crossroad, why did he choose to deny Jesus? Let’s listen…
We are all faced with a crossroad, a choice point, and we have to live with the outcome of that choice. When we reach a crossroad, we ask “Which way now?” We should ask “Which way is God’s way?” We may not always pick God’s way, but we can ask for forgiveness and guidance in the…
Christmas can be a busy time, a noisy time. Like Mary listening to Gabriel’s news that she would be the mother of our Savior, sometimes we need to be silent to listen to the Word of God and his promises for us. May you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a blessed New…
Do you remember when you were young – what the surprise and wonder of Christmas was like? Prepare to shift your perspective and be surprised again by the miracle of God sending his Only Son, a bigger gift than we could ever imagine!
When giving thanks is genuine and spontaneous, it motivates us. It’s infectious, and hard to keep hidden. We want to share with others. When our joy comes from faith in Christ, it shines through in all we do. May God’s blessings bring His joy to you and your family at Thanksgiving and always!
Jesus is our King. And kings wield power, right? As individuals we want power over our own lives. How does God’s power affect us? He is not a personal assistant, he is a protector and guide. May we always trust God and graciously accept his leading and love.
When we contemplate trouble, we need to be ready to care for ourselves. We need an escape plan to be ready when the unthinkable happens. Jesus told the people to be ready, that the days will come when all will be thrown down. One stone would not be left on another. We will all have…