When Your Story Seems Small
She did not depart from the temple, worshipping with fasting and prayer night and day (Luke 2:37b–ESV). *** Her story may seem insignificant. After all, it’s only three short verses tucked in a chapter contained in the Gospel of Luke–one of two books written by…
Babe in the Manger, Our Bittersweet Savior
“The LORD’s love never ends; his mercies never stop. They are new every morning; LORD, your loyalty [fidelity and faithfulness] is great.” (Lamentations 3:22, 23–NCV) Bittersweet. More formally known as solanum dulcamara, it’s a sturdy vine, its berries adorned in rich red and orange. We…
Lessons Learned from Linus and His Blanket
“…Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people” (Luke 2:10 KJV). Our family loves Christmas movies. We love the funny ones, like Elf, which make us laugh. We love the tender ones, like The Nativity…
The Small Things Matter!
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1 NIV). Walking up the stairs, I called ahead, “Did you get your laundry put away, dear?” “Yep,” our daughter replied. “All done.” In the dim lights…
Unwrapping Rest in the Season’s Stress
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him” (Psalm 62:5 NIV). I could hear her weariness, though her message was merely a short text–I tossed and turned all night. I’m so stressed about finding a home and getting settled. I want…
The 4-Corner Covering of Our Thanksgiving Tables
“Righteousness and justice are the foundations of Your throne; love and faithfulness go before You. Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim You, who walk in the light of Your presence, LORD. They rejoice in Your name all day long; they celebrate Your righteousness”…