Born with a Purpose
We are all born with a purpose, so don’t sell God short. His plan is beyond our wildest dreams and will lead to peace. …
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Diane Virginia: Our Soon-Coming King
Recently a lady from our church shared a dream she’d had about sounding the shofar to announce Jesus’ soon return. The dream was riveting; I couldn’t stop thinking about it. “Religion doesn’t work, but a relationship with Jesus does,” she said, “Prepare to meet your Soon-Coming King.” THE SEASON OF CHRIST’S RETURN What season are we in? Although we cannot know the day or the hour Jesus will return, we know we are in the season of Christ’s return. Jesus tells us to … Continue reading →
Skip
I would ask myself, “Are the children skipping?” Even a child at rest will swing a foot, shrug a shoulder, or sway. I’ve learned skipping is a universal expression of joy. …
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Big Picture Focus
When we focus on God’s big picture, our ability to see life from His perspective empowers us to triumph over our circumstances.
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The End of the Roll
Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. ~1 Thessalonians 5:18 HCSB Seeing that tiny tail at the end of the roll of toilet paper hanging there was like hearing nails on a chalkboard. At least a half dozen rolls sat a mere inches away under the sink, but the people living in my house were preoccupied with other things. We had had polite chats about being thoughtful of others by replacing the roll, … Continue reading →
Mary’s Song
Let’s talk about Mary. Why did God choose her to birth the Savior? She, like the flutist, trusted God to direct the course of her life. Mary’s song defined her as a woman of faith. …
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Follow the Star
The Magi’s perseverance paid off. To bask in the presence of the Messiah, relieved their belief didn’t result in a fool’s errand, had to encourage and built their faith. Their journey home was likely a joyous one, as they shared heartfelt insights about King Jesus, and the hope of what He would accomplish. …
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The Blessedness of the Meek
The poor in spirit recognize their position as beggars who are in absolute dependence on the Father…
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The Penny
While I was sitting on a bench in the park, I noticed the penny on the pathway. SEE THE PENNY As people hurried by, no one gave that penny a second glance. It was, after all, only a penny–small and insignificant and not worth the time to stop and pick it up. Staring at the penny, I thought, By the world’s standards, I am not much different than that penny. To the government, I am known as a social … Continue reading →
My Faithful Bridegroom
We are a work in progress, and so are our friends. By pointing out what they are doing right, like Beloved does for us, this goes a long way in helping them to be all the more faithful…
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