"How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news." (Isaiah 52:7). The man was harvesting onions when a ministry group prayerfully approached him during the home visits they were conducting on their mission trip in Ecuador. In broken Spanish, one member told him that his friends and he would like … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 12th
Daily Advent Series – Day 12 – Dec. 11th
Daily Scripture "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33) Daily Action Take a news fast for one hour today (no social media, no news apps). Use that hour to pray for … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 12 – Dec. 11th
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 11th
"Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." (Hebrews 13:5). Henry David Thoreau described a city as a place where many people are "lonesome together". Those words have the ring of truth. Even some songs from the past like "Mr. Lonely," "Only the Lonely," and even "Elanor Rigby" focused on isolation and loneliness. … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 11th
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 10th
"I have given ability to all the skilled workers to make everything I have commanded you." (Exodus 31:6). Virtuoso composer Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most celebrated musicians in history. Nearly two centuries after his death in 1827, his compositions are still among the most performed pieces. A study of Beethoven's DNA, however, … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 10th
Daily Advent Series – Day 11 – Dec. 10th
Daily Scripture "For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; and the government will be upon His shoulder; and His ame will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace." (Isaiah 9:6). Daily Action Meditate on the title Prince of Peace. How does knowing that … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 11 – Dec. 10th
Daily Advent Series – Day 10 – Dec. 9th
Daily Scripture "The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the young goat...and a little child shall lead them." (Isaiah 11:6). Daily Action This image of peace is about reconciliation. Take a specific step today toward reconciliation with a friend, family member, or a classmate by sending an … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 10 – Dec. 9th
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