…God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:5b Valentine’s Day conjures up fun childhood memories like: red and pink construction paper hearts, paper-lace doilies, lollipops and chocolates. … Continue reading →
I’m a reader. I love reading books in any format, whether the good old paper version or an electronic version on my smartphone or Nook. I find I’m reading more and more electronically, including my devotions. Last year I used … Continue reading →
Children are used to people having first, middle, and last names, so it is easy for them to assume that Christ is Jesus’ last name. The name Jesus was not new when our baby Jesus was born. Many people were … Continue reading →
If you’re a football fan (and even if you’re not), you probably saw the post-game interview with Seattle Seahawks defensive back Richard Sherman. Sherman made the game-winning play against the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game, blocking a touchdown pass … Continue reading →
When you’re dealing with something you’d rather not be dealing with … when you’re feeling anxious, fearful, worried, pressured … what do you do? Photo by prideandvegudice / CC BY Go shopping? Clean house? Dump a month’s worth of complaints … Continue reading →
Our church has had a guest speaker off and on for the past few months who has focused on evangelism. The Great Commission spoken by Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew reads, “Therefore go and make disciples of all … Continue reading →