Psalm 23:4 (ESV) “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for you are with me.” I avoided the truth of it for years. I hated the very word. I looked at my life and wondered how I could be struggling. What right did I have …
It’s explicit in His name, Immanuel, that Jesus will never leave us, and that’s not just a promise proclaimed, but a long-ago promise fulfilled. “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right …
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour. Luke 1:46-47 (NIV) Mary has received the most amazing news. The long awaited, redeeming King is coming to save Israel. His body is being knit together in her womb. Her cousin Elizabeth, inspired by the Holy Spirit, declares the …
Acts 5:30-31 ESV: The God of our fathers raised Jesus, whom you killed by hanging him on a tree. 31God exalted him at his right hand as Leader and Savior, to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. John 8:12 ESV: Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. …
But now even more the report about him went abroad, and great crowds gathered to hear him and to be healed of their infirmities. But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray. –Luke 5:15-16 2020 has been so loud. Social media is filled with friends shouting their opinions. The news is filled with unrest …
“What are you doing for Christmas?” is the common question you hear in these weeks leading up to the holiday. I love listening to how different people celebrate in their own family style. Friends of mine go camping every year in the Florida Keys, some make the trek to their childhood home in the snowy …
But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who love your salvation say continually, “Great is the Lord!”-Psalm 40:16 (ESV) During this week check out the entirety of Psalm 40. Have you waited for the Lord this year? As you ponder that question I’d like to encourage you with …
