Waiting on the Lord
When are we in "waiting mode?" Perhaps when we are fearful something bad is about to happen. We're holding our breath, so to speak. Or we're waiting in great anticipation…
When are we in "waiting mode?" Perhaps when we are fearful something bad is about to happen. We're holding our breath, so to speak. Or we're waiting in great anticipation…
Do you ever hear anyone naming their son Judas? Not often. No, Judas ruined that name for all time. Let's take a look at this final disciple, always named last.…
My husband, Jim, and I had an active life being in the spotlight as soloists and church leaders. but when Jim moved to a denominational position, we also moved to…
So many have had their say on our current dilemma. I'll chime in from my little corner of the world. It seems surreal in a way how within just four…
The room was dark. The disciples panted for breath, making no effort to light a lamp. All found their own corner or piece of wall to hunker down and ease…
Today's title fits every life and particularly our present shared condition. These days give new meaning to being "shut-ins." Right? We will interrupt our study of the individual disciples and…
I know, I know, we often say "doubting Thomas" because Thomas was not present when Jesus appeared to the disciples just after Jesus was resurrected. Though the eleven witnesses reported…
On to Matthew. I've spent the last four years studying the Gospel that bears his name. I'm glad to announce that I have finally finished my first draft of his story—around…
We are still near the Jordan River where John the Baptist has been baptizing and calling listeners to repentance. When Andrew and John (Peter's brother) see the Baptist nod toward…
Now, we look at the next four disciples who are grouped together, beginning with Philip. Don't confuse Philip the apostle with Philip the deacon. Two different men. We first see…