Tag Archives: FAITH
TAPPING OUR POTENTIAL
When you’re a student and your being encouraged to make it into a great college and your grades don’t meet up to the standards, you might think your dream will never come true. You may even go to extreme lengths – even ones that are … Continue reading
NATIONAL FRUITCAKE TOSS DAY
That poor old fruitcake has been sitting in a box for over a month now. You can’t bear to throw it away, because someone has put a lot of effort into making it. Today is your chance. Where else, but in America, … Continue reading
REGRETS
The song, “My Way,” made famous by Frank Sinatra, became a huge success and was a statement of what his life was all about. It started out, “Regrets, I’ve had a few …” OK, a few maybe, but I doubt it. … Continue reading
IT’S NOT MY FAULT!
We have become a generation of blame gamers. Of course, blaming someone else for our actions isn’t new, but it seems to be making a huge comeback. I used to have a computer that would exclaim, “It’s not my fault” whenever … Continue reading
Ten New Year’s Resolutions
So …. Three days until you and I will change the way we live. We will begin another diet – cut down on using electronic devices – spend more quality time with spouse or children – cut out some addictive … Continue reading
VALUE EACH DAY
Soon the year will be ending and we’ll be thinking of things that we’d like to change next year. S0me of us have issues with our weight and want to get back into shape – some have habits that have … Continue reading
DO NOT BE AFRAID!
How many times have we told this to our children? How many times have we been told to reach out to someone other than ourselves when things are tough? Life isn’t easy. We face all kinds or trouble from the … Continue reading
CURTAIN UP!
The curtain now is rising on the greatest story told. Of how the Son of God would come, by prophets once of old. The true and perfect story of God’s love for everyone, Is wrapped in swaddling clothes and is … Continue reading
MY TREASURE
The prophet said it plainly. The Son of God would come To be the perfect sacrifice for each and every one. The words have been fulfilled. The Lamb of God was slain; Our sins have all been washed away and … Continue reading
MY AGE WON’T GET ME DOWN
As my old body tells me that it’s time to settle down, I wonder of the time that’s left to me. That even though my zest is gone, my eyes and ears are dim, my aches and pains will never … Continue reading
PROPHETESS ANNA
Married at an early age and widowed for 84 years, Anna must have been nearing 100 or more. As I get older I and am fully aware of the toll age takes on a body. Not only are we wearing out physically, but our … Continue reading
THE PROTAGONIST
He was like any ordinary little boy born with ten fingers and toes. To His mother, more than a miracle – to His dad, a stepson who would definitely follow in His Father’s footsteps. To the shepherds He was … Continue reading
YOU CAN TEACH AN OLD DOG NEW TRICKS
I’m one of those old dogs who is constantly learning. I’ve spent much of my time on earth learning to be patient, but I never seem to get it. I had another lesson yesterday as my group of 12 children, all third grade … Continue reading
THE CHORUS
In Greek theater, the chorus was the part of the cast which moved the story along. They were the “voice” of the drama, and spoke or sang in unison so their message had to be clear and understandable. In God’s … Continue reading
CAMEO APPEARANCE
A cameo appearance is usually reserved for someone who has already made their mark. In this case, Gabriel, the Archangel had appeared in Old Testament times to Daniel and Ezekiel, but now was his greatest hour. He was referred to … Continue reading
GOOD TIDINGS
Within the manger we can see – good tidings from our God. In meekness and humility – the angels now applaud. Sweet Jesus, God’s own Son – in human form we see. This little child would save the world from all iniquity. KATHY BOECHER
WAITING FOR THE KING
Shepherds fending off their sleep, while they tended all their sheep. Suddenly were startled by the hosts of angels in the sky. “Do not fear,” was said to them – “We bring good news and peace to men.” They followed God’s bright star above … Continue reading
OPEN THE DOOR
So many times we turn away a stranger. we push them out and never let them in. Yet one so small lay in a lowly manger, so He could touch our stone-like hearts of sin. He came in poverty to wash away our sins. He lived … Continue reading
CHRISTMAS PAGEANTRY
You didn’t miss a cue – you considered every part. You set the stage with characters that touched the very heart. You put it all in action. You even wrote the script. You blocked it out and staged it, so … Continue reading
THE UNDERSTUDY
An understudy is defined as an actor who studies a part to replace the usual actor if necessary. In the story of the Nativity – Joseph is the understudy. He took the place of the Heavenly Father and acted as stepfather of Jesus through His early … Continue reading
