Chapter 19 – Settling In
Seth, Zebina, and Joash began to settle in their new town of Nain. They met a few neighbors and developed their daily routines. Seth and Joash continued working the field…
Chapter 8 – While Mary Is Gone
Mary's heavy eyes and drawn face betrayed the weariness she already felt. "We will leave early in the morning," she said. Zebina wanted to hold her and not let her…
Joseph – Faithful to the End
As we take our final look at the life of Joseph, let us see two major perspectives: the hand of God at work in Joseph's life and the faith of…
Easter – Agony of the Cross
This Sunday we will celebrate that victorious day when Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem during Passover week. The crowds greeted with palm branches and songs of praises. As the…
Joseph – A Matter of Integrity
Last week, we left Joseph in charge of everything his master owned. In fact, . . . with Joseph in charge, [Potiphar] did not concern himself with anything except the…
The Fruit of Faithfulness
In all of the fruit of the Spirit, we actually see the attributes of God. God IS love. He provides peace. He IS our joy. God is kind and good.…
Deeper Thanksgivings
I'm sending this brief blog a day early since I imagine you may be very busy on Thanksgiving Day. As you think of things for which you are thankful, the…
The Fruit of Patience
Several years ago, my 10-year-old grandson excitedly asked, "Are you read for your first lesson on you new iPad, Nana?" We sat side by side on the sofa. Instead of…
The Fruit of the Spirit ~ JOY
What brings you joy? A beautiful sunset? A grandson excelling at his sport? A conflict resolved? Listening to beautiful music on a quiet morning? A trip to Graeters' ice cream?…
Chewing the Cud
I'm thinking today of a happy scene.In my imaginary picture, a few cows are standing in green grass chewing their cuds. A black fence stretches across the field with…