by Joanne | Oct 14, 2015 | 31 Questions Jesus Asked
Prayer. It is the most powerful means of communication we have while on this earth. A quick google search will turn up any number of quotes on prayer: “Prayer changes everything.” (Anonymous) “Pray and let God worry.” (Martin Luther)...
by Joanne | Oct 13, 2015 | 31 Questions Jesus Asked
One word for an entire year. The idea was intriguing so last year I concentrated on the word “Faith”. This year, through unfolding circumstances, I felt drawn to the word “Believe” Jesus takes three disciples up a mountain to be alone, leaving...
by Joanne | Oct 12, 2015 | 31 Questions Jesus Asked
Crowds. They press around you and on you. They can push you and move you along a walkway. Jesus experienced crowds everywhere He went. He had to be deliberate in searching for a place to be alone. Crowds were no stranger to Him. One day, as He stepped out of a boat...
by Joanne | Oct 11, 2015 | 31 Questions Jesus Asked
Shepherds – a common and lowly occupation in Jesus’ day. An average flock was about a hundred sheep, with a count taken nightly. A good shepherd is determined not to lose a single one of his sheep for each one is equally as precious in his eyes. A shepherd...
by Joanne | Oct 10, 2015 | 31 Questions Jesus Asked
It seems 3 year old Jocelyn has discovered the truth about names. She has figured out that relationship titles such as “mom”, “dad”, “sister” are not the same as a person’s name. So the other day, she asked me,...