With the coming of JESUS into the world, was the coming of JOY. The Messiah had been anticipated. The time of His coming had been longed for. And the announcement to shepherds came accompanied by an angelic host praising God and saying. . … [Read more...] about JOY TO THE WORLD (Part 1 of 3)
Promises
SENSE!
We hear. We see. We smell. We taste. We touch. Those are the experiences of the five senses we have been given. However, even beyond those senses our life can and should be impacted in a manner which may not make sense to some as our focus is fixed on the One Who created our senses. Faith in God is important … [Read more...] about SENSE!
DON’T SQUEAK! SHINE! (Part 2 of 2)
As we noted yesterday, it has often been said, “It is the squeaky wheel that gets the grease.” Sometimes children will do just about anything to get the attention of their parents, even if it is negative attention. As children of God are we growing up in our faith so that instead of being whiners and … [Read more...] about DON’T SQUEAK! SHINE! (Part 2 of 2)
GOD WILL PROVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
When we think of individuals who displayed great faith, Abraham’s name usually comes to mind. We marvel at his willingness to leave his homeland to follow God (Genesis 12:1-4) not knowing where he was being led. We wonder at his trust in God to fulfill the promise of a child even though both he and Sarah were well … [Read more...] about GOD WILL PROVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
CROSSING THE LINE (Part 3 of 3)
When a line has been crossed, in many cases it is possible to cross back over. One may still feel the effects of having crossed the line (i.e. bumps and bruises, burns, some scarring, etc.), but the life may still be saved. Climbing back to safety may not be easy and accepting rescue may be embarrassing or at … [Read more...] about CROSSING THE LINE (Part 3 of 3)
