Tag Archives: Salvation

HE WAS CREATING QUITE A STIR

The leaders of the church were becoming uneasy. Who was this man who claimed to be from God? They knew what was written about the foretold king. He was supposed to finally release them from their oppression. He was going … Continue reading

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BORN AGAIN OR REBORN?

I’m amazed by the extraordinary stories of how people come to faith in God. Many of them have been extremely inspirational and demonstrate the zeal of their faith. My story is different. Some might even find it boring. I’m a … Continue reading

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A MASTER STORYTELLER

The parables of Jesus are recorded in the first three books of the New Testament. There were countless stories that Jesus used to illustrate something He was trying to teach those who came to hear His words. He was a … Continue reading

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MELTING IN FEAR

The image above depicts what our landscape looked like a couple days ago. Within just a short period of time a snowfall of six inches, added to what was already on the ground. In just another short span most of … Continue reading

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A BEAUTIFUL MIND

Last night I had the opportunity to attend a performance of “The Miracle Worker,” performed by young actors.  It is the story of Helen Keller’s journey of inner strength learned through her teacher Annie Sullivan.  The relationship between these two … Continue reading

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WHAT WILL HEAVEN BE LIKE?

I often wonder what it will be like in heaven. Will we be floating around on clouds and playing harps, or will we be doing the things that we love the most? I can imagine writing spectacular plays with a … Continue reading

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THE HANDS OF MY SAVIOR

I often think about the hands that reached up to his mother from the manger. Those tiny, dimpled hands were perfectly formed by His Father before His birth. As He grew, those little boy hands undoubtedly got scuffed and bruised … Continue reading

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I’M SORRY – AGAIN

Almost every human being who has had children will look at this picture and melt. I recall many situations when one of my children felt sincere remorse for a wrongdoing and came to ask for forgiveness.  How can you turn … Continue reading

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FEARS ASSUAGED

Lying prone upon this desperate land, With the weight of sin upon my back, Enormous rocks – the weight I cannot stand,  To take away my breath below the stack.   Each slab weighs more than the one before it, … Continue reading

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WHAT FACE WILL YOU WEAR TODAY?

I must admit – I have a face that can be more like a mask than reality. I have a number of different profile pictures on my facebook page. Many look like a normal, ordinary old lady. Some are filled … Continue reading

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A LITTLE CHILD SHALL LEAD

Isaiah 11:6 The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead them. May the peace of this Christmas season … Continue reading

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FOR UNTO US . . .

Isaiah 8:6-7  “For to us a child is born,to us a son is given;and the government shall be upon his shoulder,and his name shall be calledWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.Of the increase of his government and of … Continue reading

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GOD IS WITH US!

We travel this life talking to, relying on and trusting God, but the thought of actually meeting Him face to face is often inconceivable.  God loves us so much that He took on human flesh – went through the trauma of … Continue reading

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ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD

What are your first thoughts when you hear the word, “angel?”  The word alone has so many connotations. It stirs the mind into thinking of something supernatural – something ethereal – beautiful – terrorizing – fearful yet comforting.  My thoughts … Continue reading

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IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME

If I could turn back timeIf I could find a wayI’d take back those words that’ve hurt youAnd you’d stay I don’t know why I did the things I didI don’t know why I said the things I saidPride’s like … Continue reading

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WORDS OF TRUTH

  Aslan says, “though the Witch knew the Deep Magic, there is a magic deeper still which she did not know.  Her knowledge goes back only to the dawn of time.  But if she could have looked a little further … Continue reading

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WALKING IN DANGER

The news of the day seems hopeless, darkness will consume the light, Our fears can often destroy us, making stars escape the night, And even in those darkest hours, our fears will be held at bay, Our God is there … Continue reading

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TAKE AND DRINK

The interlacing vines hold substantial fruit. It is a wonder the grapes cling so tightly to the vine. As Jesus told His followers, He is the vine and we are the branches. Today, let’s consider feeding the thirsty with the … Continue reading

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TIME TO WASH THE WINDOWS

Matthew 7:3-4 Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?  Or how can you say to your brother, let me take the speck out of your eye when there is the log in your own eye. This morning, as I look out at another hazy sky, I can’t help but notice the need to get out the vinegar and a micro-fiber cloth to clean … Continue reading

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ALL BY MYSELF

In a quiet, peaceful corner where the trees hold in the air, In a place of isolation – to release your every care, A spot to lift your heart and pray, to thank God for His mercy, To call on … Continue reading

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