"They opened their treasures and presented Jesus with gifts." (Matthew 2:11) "What sweeter music can we bring/Than a carol for to sing/The birth of this our heavenly King?" The lines of this seventeenth-century poem "What Sweeter Music" by Robert Herrick were reimagined by modern day choral composer John Rutter to become an Advent season favorite. … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 16th
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Daily Advent Series – Day 16 – Dec. 15th
Daily Scripture "Therefore with joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation." (Isaiah 12:3). Daily Action Take a "joy inventory". Make a list of five ways God has actively provided for you in the past month. Thank Him for these specific "Wells of salvation" and let that gratitude fuel your joy today. Daily … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 16 – Dec. 15th
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 15th
"Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." (Luke 2:10) Many historians believe the first ever radio broadcast of music and speech was heard by radio operators on US Navy and other ships in the Atlantic on Christmas Eve, 1906. Instead of the usual beeps … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 15th
Suffering Requires Patience
"Be patient, therefore, brethren, until the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient over it until it receives the early and the late rain. You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. Do not grumble, brethren, against … Continue reading Suffering Requires Patience
Daily Advent Series – Day 15 – Dec. 14th
Daily Scripture "The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose." (Isaiah 35:1). Daily Action Light the first two purple candles and the rose colored candle of Joy. Find a way to bring unexpected joy to someone's life today-maybe a handwritten note or … Continue reading Daily Advent Series – Day 15 – Dec. 14th
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 14th
"If you show favoritism, you sin and are convicted by the law as lawbreakers." (James 2:9). In 1872, President Grant was stopped for recklessly driving his carriage through Washington DC. One published account says that the officer, an African American named William West, warned Grant, "Your fast driving, sir...is endangering the lives of the people … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 14th
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