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)
Sorrow
SHIFT TO THE CONSTANT!
As we go through life, due to varying circumstances and situations we experience the shifting of emotions. Even a singular occasion can be bittersweet in the sense of there being both a sad and a joyful element associated with it. Do we not even approach our participation together in the Lord’s Supper in this … [Read more...] about SHIFT TO THE CONSTANT!
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)
BAD NEWS AND GOOD NEWS!
BAD AND GOOD NEWS! “Which do you want first, the good news or the bad news?” When faced with such a question, is our choice to get the bad news out of the way first with … [Read more...] about BAD NEWS AND GOOD NEWS!
PURSUIT OF A GOOD DAY! (part 1 of 2)
[06/04/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] [This focus was originally sent 08/16/1999 (Edited some 06/12/2009 with passage changed to ESV)] “Go for it!” Isn’t that often the advice of the world? “You want it? Go get it! You deserve it! You can get it! You ought to have it.” Thus, for many, goes the pursuit of happiness. But … [Read more...] about PURSUIT OF A GOOD DAY! (part 1 of 2)