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Delays, Disappointments & Strength

We opened the week with reading Genesis 39:19-23, where we find that upon hearing what his wife had to say, the master had Joseph thrown into prison. “But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him mercy, and He gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the...

Emotions, Temptations, & Positioning

This past week was the start of Hello Mornings new study, God’s Prevailing Purpose. There were many insights which brought good discussion and personal reflection. ~*~*~ The story unfolds in Genesis 37:1-11, where we find a seventeen year old Joseph. He’s...

A Good Man

The other night my husband went Christmas shopping with me. He helped carry packages and make selections. We enjoyed a bite to eat for dinner which was relaxing as we sat conversing quietly just the two of us. I am blessed to have my husband who made this task so much...

I Will Obey

I am growing a newfound appreciation for Joseph, the husband of Mary. In reading Matthew 2, we find the wise men leave after visiting the new family and Joseph gets another visit from an angel of the Lord. The angel delivers to  Joseph very specific instructions to...

Serious & Immediate

There is much involving Christ’s birth which amazes us. The events surrounding Mary, each one, a miracle. Joseph has astounding visits from an angel himself. First the angel comes to announce to him of Mary’s pregnancy. Joseph’s response? “When...