She is the portrait of a virtuous woman. We know the popular verses that tell us she is “far above rubies” and that “a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.” But we also learn from her how to be a good wife, mother and neighbor. We learn how to use our hands for service to others and the … [Read more...]
God’s Beauty– As Seen Through My Child’s Eyes
I watched my son play outside today and I rediscovered God’s beauty that is all around. For he picked up every leaf and smiled with delight at each new treasure he found. Then he saw a squirrel scamper up a tree and he watched the clouds float away. He was thrilled when our large cat came … [Read more...]
Of Wheat and Tares
In Matthew 13, Jesus makes an interesting comparison between the world in which the church exists, and the frustration of a field full of weeds. He gives the parable in verses 24-30, then explains it in verses 36-43. Now, I’m not much of a gardener. My first attempts at helping my aunt with the … [Read more...]
A Dozen and One Instructions for Prayer
It has been said that a watchmaker makes watches, a candlemaker makes candles and a Christian prays. Prayer is one of the most important aspects of a Christian's life. Here are a few commands on the subject of prayer. Ready to study? Get out your Bible and read each passage, taking notes on how you … [Read more...]
What I Really Meant to Say
While finishing up the semester, I was reminded of one of my first college classes. I was a senior in high school and taking a college history class, mainly so I could get out of school early. My professor was obviously knowledgeable in the subject and taught in a way I had never experienced. … [Read more...]
Encouraging One Another
"For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh, that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, and attaining to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the knowledge of the … [Read more...]
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