Giving Thanks & Praise
This week will be Thanksgiving. And yes, much like you, I am in the midst of the traditional meal preparations. Before we all get to busy, let’s turn our focus to giving thanks. David praised the Lord in full view of the entire congregation of people: “O Lord, the...
Our Great Treasure
"But my heart stands in awe of Your word. I rejoice at Your word as one who finds great treasure." (Psalm 119:161b-162, NKJV) "When do you find great treasure or spoil? Usually after a battle.Thus, this verse indicates that Bible study involves a battle or conflict...
Laugh
Every Friday I join a community of bloggers for Five Minute Friday. One word prompt, five minutes. Unedited. The prompt this week is … Laugh. The word prompt immediately brought the verse to mind: "A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the...
Jesus Loves Me This I Know {{Let’s Have Coffee}}
She was here for a few days and under the weather. It's hard to see a toddler not feeling well. We laid down for an afternoon nap with several "stuffies", our blankets, and our usual snuggle position. She was quiet for a few minutes and then she asked quietly, "Mimi,...
Life, Battles, and Hope!
Last week we brought our study of Romans to a close for now. We'll resume with the remainder of the book after the new year. We began our last week with Romans 8:5-8 with a look at the flesh and the Spirit. Paul makes it pretty clear we are either living according to...
Gratitude Follows Grace
My thoughts recently turned to a familiar psalm and read the words: “Behold, bless the Lord, all servants of the Lord, Who serve by night in the house of the Lord! Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the Lord. May the Lord bless you from Zion, He who made...