Why Give Thanks?
Ah, yes, Thanksgiving is around the corner, reaffirming our need for giving thanks. Have you thought lately how that was one of the first lessons your parents taught you? "Be…
Discipline!
I love back pictures like this; simple, natural, telling a story. To me, this story says, This is our time together, bonding. Indeed, walks like this can feel like contentment,…
Do You Do Lent?
Do you participate in Lenten activities? For years, my church had devotional services each day at noon during the week before Easter, but we didn't even use the…
Generosity
We have thought about the disciplines of PRAYER and BIBLE STUDY. Now, as we contemplate giving thanks in this season, we slip very naturally into another discipline of…
Chapter 14 – Facing the Future
Though exausted, Seth was glad to see his loving family after his long trip to Nain and back home again. Zabina had prepared a hearty meal and Joash was full…
“Where Are You?”
I'm engaged right now in a study by Ann Voskamp. She's the author who prompted me to begin the thanksgivng book I've talked about many times. Oh, did I tell…
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 – Organizing the Prison
Last week, we left Joseph in prison, taken there unjustly by his master, Potiphar. Even there, Scripture tells us that . . . . . . the Lord was with…
Fruit of the Spirit – Goodness
Goodness. Hmm, this fruit thing keeps getting harder, doesn't it? Paul didn't say, "Doing good." We could probably handle that on our own. After all, even those who don't know…
The Fruit of Kindness
As we look toward a new year, it's a perfect time to continue to explore the gifts the Lord has given us through the Holy Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness,…