Category Archives: Lent

A FRIEND TO EVERYONE

Mary’s heart was amazed at what was happening during this three year period of her Son’s ministry.  She recalled how, as a child, Jesus was always a friend to everyone.  He was the “go to” guy when it came to … Continue reading

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HIS FOLLOWERS

As a mother, I know how important it is for our children to choose their friends carefully. The last thing we want is to have them get involved in something that we don’t agree with. Mary was like any mother, … Continue reading

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THE PASSOVER

It was like any other day during Passover. Many had come to give their offerings and make their animal sacrifices. The sound of sheep without blemish and doves cooing, along with chanting voices and general chaos filled the streets. Every … Continue reading

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A MOTHER REMEMBERS

We women have a preponderance for remembering. We’re right on top, with birthdays and anniversaries. We usually don’t forget important appointments, even when we put them on the calendar. We remember our child’s first words, steps and accomplishments. We often … Continue reading

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MIRACULOUS HEALING

Most mothers have this built in desire that their children will be successful – that they will have friends and those they can counsel with – that their lives will be filled with joy and hope and that they never … Continue reading

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LITTLE LAMBS

Mary remembered how her Son loved children. He was the oldest child so often had to look after His siblings. He never seemed to mind caring for them. He looked like a little shepherd, tending His sheep. He played with … Continue reading

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SAVING THE BEST FOR LAST

Cana was about four miles from Nazareth. Another in a string of small towns leading to the holy city of Jerusalem. It was time for a wedding and of course all the relatives were invited, including Mary and her family. … Continue reading

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ASH WEDNESDAY

In Luke 22, where I left off on my Advent study, we find the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus.  It begins with the preparation for the Passover meal, continues as Judas betrays the Son of God, Peter … Continue reading

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THE STORY CONTINUES

During the season of Advent, I attempted to fulfill a 24 day study of the book of Luke. There are 24 chapters in this telling of the greatest story ever told.  Unfortunately on the 22nd day, I became ill and … Continue reading

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ROAD OF PASSION

It was over. Jesus triumphal entry into the holy city of Jerusalem ended like every day.  This man who was thought to be the King of the Jews, the Messiah, the Savior was paraded down a cloak strewn road in … Continue reading

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WHAT’S UP WITH ALL THE PARABLES?

  READ MATTHEW 13:10-17 The teachings of Jesus were often wrapped in stories designed for the common man.  They had a spiritual lesson tucked into an earthly tale which they could relate to – An earthly story with a heavenly … Continue reading

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LOVE ONE ANOTHER

READ JOHN 13 In John 13 we’re given another commandment to follow.  “Love one another, just as I have loved you.”  Jesus loves everyone.  He would turn no one away during His time on earth.  He preached to and healed … Continue reading

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HOW MANY TIMES MUST YOU BE TOLD?

READ LUKE 18:31-34 The crowds were unrelenting.  The words spoken were inwardly digested.  Jesus was performing miraculous deeds.  Many were coming to faith in Him. It was getting close to His final time on earth and He needed more time … Continue reading

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THE SYROPHOENICIAN WOMAN

READ MATTHEW 7:25-30 & MARK 15:21-28 Jesus had already proven His power over the devil.  He used scripture to resist temptation in the desert.  He exorcised many demons during His ministry.  The word was out and everyone knew about it.  There … Continue reading

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TENDER SHEPHERD

READ MATTHEW 18:1-6 Jesus was the oldest child in His family, so He often had to look after His younger siblings.  I imagine He looked much like a little shepherd, tending His sheep.  He played with them, told them stories, sang songs with … Continue reading

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WHAT’S IN A NAME?

READ JOHN 11:5-16 How many times have we Christians had our doubts?  Be honest about this question, because humanly, it is impossible to believe what God has laid out as the plan for our salvation. Poor Thomas, the Apostle of … Continue reading

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A CHOSEN NATION

READ MATTHEW 5 – THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT The children of Israel had been bound by the law and the rituals established over the centuries.  They were constant reminders of the Covenant God had established with them.  The Israelite … Continue reading

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SONS OF THUNDER

READ LUKE 9:51-55 & MARK 3:17 John and his brother, James were disciples of John, the Baptist.  They were fishermen, like many of the other apostles and the sons of Zebedee and Salome.  They made their living fishing on the … Continue reading

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A HUMAN VESSEL

She was just a simple girl – nothing special – not without sin – like us, yet God chose her to be the vessel which would carry the Son of God for nine months in her womb and hold His … Continue reading

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FATHER OF LIES

READ MATTHEW 4:1-11 He was there in the Garden of Eden, slithering into human minds with deception and promises he had no right to make.  He was there throughout Israel’s history, rearing his ugly head and hardening hearts against the … Continue reading

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