The twenty-fourth was marked on the calendar as “Christmas Eve”. Decorations had been prepared and hung up for days and some children may have even set out cookies and milk in anticipation of the coming of “Santa Claus.” We may find a lot of fun in these traditions and the shared time with family and friends … [Read more...] about PREPARATION!
Angels
JOY TO THE WORLD (Part 3 of 3)
Oh, what joy there was associated with the coming of Jesus. What great joy is also experienced in the life associated with Jesus and the eternal hope found in Him. And what enormous joy there is linking heaven and earth in response to each soul drawn into the kingdom of … [Read more...] about JOY TO THE WORLD (Part 3 of 3)
What Are You Listening To?
Who here likes to listen to music? I love listening to music. It has a great beat. It helps me get through things faster. It fills the quietness of being home when nothing else is going on. However, music is not just about the beat or rhythm. Music also includes songs with words. Do we just listen to the music because it has a cool beat or rhythm, or do we actually listen to … [Read more...] about What Are You Listening To?
THINKING ABOUT NOTHING!
[05/03/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] [This focus was originally sent 03/09/1999 (edited some with passage changed to ESV 03/14/2009)] A mother suddenly realizes how quiet it is in the house. She calls out, “Johnny, what are you doing?” “Nothing, Mommy!”, comes the reply, and the mother knows she had better … [Read more...] about THINKING ABOUT NOTHING!