Finding Hope
The God of Things That Are Not What They Seem
The prophet Isaiah described the coming of the Messiah thusly in Isaiah 9:6-7: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders.And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.7 Of the greatness of His government and peace there will be no end.He will…
Read MoreThe Way of Forgiveness
As the authority on forgiveness, Jesus had a lot to say about it at a time when people had very little understanding and almost no experience in the subject. The 613 laws of the Jews did an effective job highlighting sin. But as the people understood it, only God could…
Read MoreGod Calls Nobodies
No one studying Moses would consider him a “nobody”. Acts 7:20-22 states that even at his birth, “he was no ordinary child,” which prompted his mother to disobey Pharaoh’s order to drown all Hebrew baby boys in the Nile. When Pharaoh’s daughter discovered Moses in his waterproof basket among the…
Read MorePushing and Shoving
Only on the football field and in other contact sports is pushing and shoving considered appropriate behavior. Otherwise, responsible parents teach their children to be considerate of others and to wait their turns. While you can visit any playground and find kids that have yet to master that lesson, most…
Read MoreA Moment of Decision
Early Israelite history recapped in the book of Deuteronomy is a fascinating study of God’s instruction and care for one nation that He selected to be His light to other nations. He demonstrated His love and provision starting with their deliverance out of slavery in Egypt through the 40 years…
Read MoreStarting a New Year
For the Lord delights in his people; he crowns the humble with victory. 5 Let the faithful rejoice that he honors them. Let them sing for joy as they lie on their beds. 6 Let the praises of God be in their mouths, and a sharp sword in their hands— Psalm 149:4-6 This past…
Read MoreThankfulness Reset
Many of us have experienced surprising joy by simply adopting an attitude of being thankful. While it is more natural to have an initial “screaming meemies” response to difficulties, navigating to the other side of the issue generally elicits relief and gratefulness. That was where the Pilgrims found themselves after…
Read MoreWhat to Do?
My father and my husband’s father were part of what was known as “the greatest generation.” Both served our country during World War II, practiced sacrificial devotion to their families, and were men of quiet strength and tremendous integrity. They were men of moral character that was reinforced through their…
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