Anxiety to Action
You rule the raging of the sea; when its waves rise, you still them. Psalm 89:9 I heard it in her voice: she was anxious about something. “You OK?” Her response was full of concern (ok, maybe a little anxiety) about a talk she had to give to a “religious” group. This…
Read MoreWhining in the Midst of Pleasantries
The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance. Psalm 16:6 I’ve been a little whiny lately. Without my sister (who has gone to be with the Lord) Christmas wasn’t as much fun as it has been in the past. I got that nasty stomach virus, as did…
Read MoreWhere’s the Fear?
Now then, let the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for there is no injustice with the LORD our God, or partiality or taking bribes.” 2 Chronicles 19:7 King Jehoshaphat was making changes, He was trying to reform what had been lost in Israel. He appointed judges…
Read More3 Priorities for Next Christmas
3 Priorities for Next Christmas Better is a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble with it. Proverbs 15:16 So much emphasis is placed on gift giving at Christmas! It has been a source of uneasiness for me when I hear people say, “Well, he lost his job, so…
Read MoreGod’s Glory and Our Holiness
Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of holiness. Psalm 29:2 Question: What is the chief end of man? Answer: Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever. Our holiness and God’s glory are entangled with one another. As God calls…
Read MoreShining the Christmas Light
The true light, which enlightens everyone, was coming into the world. John 1:9 Children are very persuasive. Prior to having children, Christmas was a pretty low-key event for my husband and me. It was okay with him if I put up a tree, but it was not a necessity for him. For me, it…
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