"Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word." "May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ." (2 Thessalonians … Continue reading His Grace Brings Us Hope
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 9th
"The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord." (John 20:20). Early winter 1941. The Sunday service had just concluded. As their father lingered at the little north-country church, his dad had his siblings walked the short distance home. When their father came up the snowy hill to the farmhouse, he was crying. He'd just … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 9th
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 8th
"In God's great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." (1 Peter 1:3). Each fall when I was young kid, my Nan got the Sears Wishbook and the JC Penny Christmas catalogs. With great delight, I would joyfully take a look at … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 8th
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 8th
"A woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." (Proverbs 31:30). Rosie's birthday celebration was unforgettable. The food was tasty, the table basnter was fun, and the presence of her first grandson was icing on the cake! These good things, however, paled in view of her two sons' tributes to her. Though Rosie's marriage … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 8th
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 6th
"Every day I will praise you." (Psalm 145:2) Think of the things for which we can prise God, such as His goodness, righteousness, compassion, promises, provision, and protection. And Psalm 145 is one of many Psalms that urges us to continually praise Him. David wrote, "Every day I will praise you." Many people praise God … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 6th
50 Days of Prayer – Day 50 – Nov. 5th
Prayer Focus Growth of the Church Whom For? The world. Scripture "For a nation has come up against my land, powerful and without number; its teeth are lions' teeth, and it has the fangs of a lioness." (Joel 1:6). "And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, as a testimony … Continue reading 50 Days of Prayer – Day 50 – Nov. 5th
No Thought Police 