Month: December 2014
Updated on December 30, 2014
Made to Burn
But if I say, “I will not remember Him Or speak anymore in His name,” Then in my heart it becomes like a burning fire Shut up in my bones; And I am weary of holding it in,… Read More
Updated on December 29, 2014
The Beauty and the Ashes
To all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair. In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord… Read More
Updated on December 26, 2014
Sunday Scripture: 12/28/14
“Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered— how fleeting my life is. You have made my life no longer than the width of my hand. My entire… Read More
Updated on December 26, 2014
Recommendation Saturday: God Makes Me Happy
He trains my hands for battle; he strengthens my arm to draw a bronze bow. You have given me your shield of victory; your help has made me great. You have made a wide path for my feet to… Read More
Updated on December 21, 2014
Are You Really as Alone as You Fear?
“God sets the lonely in families, He leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land” (Psalm 68:6). The holidays can be such an isolating time for many of us with chronic illness… Read More
Updated on December 19, 2014
Sunday Scripture: 12/21/14
After hearing the king, they went their way; and the star, which they had seen in the east, went on before them until it came and stood over the place where the Child was. When they saw the star,… Read More
Updated on December 19, 2014
Recommendation Saturday: Unique Wrapping Ideas
After coming into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. – Matthew… Read More
Updated on December 14, 2014
A Prayer for Perspective
And because of Abraham’s faith, God counted him as righteous. And when God counted him as righteous, it wasn’t just for Abraham’s benefit. It was recorded for our benefit, too, assuring us that God will also count us… Read More
Updated on December 17, 2014
The Glory of the Lord
He called you to salvation when we told you the Good News; now you can share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. – 2 Thessalonians 2:14 When we talk with our kids about finding a lasting… Read More
Updated on December 15, 2014
Do You Know the True Value of Your Prayers?
“And when he had taken it, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of… Read More
