You can be sure who you are in 2023!
“So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.” (Galatians 4:7) As we begin another year, people often have expectations,...
Find your Christmas joy in Jesus
“You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.” (Hebrews 1:9) What unique or special things does your...
The King Is Settling His Accounts!
For this reason the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. (Matthew 18:23) The setting for today’s verse is in response to a question Peter asked...
Blessed in God’s grace.
Blessed is the one who does not take offense at me.” (Matthew 11:6) Has Jesus’ words or actions offended you? Try to imagine walking with Jesus and listening to him on this earth. You...
A Voice in the Wilderness
A voice is calling out: In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord. In the wasteland make a level highway for our God. (Isaiah 40) Wow, it’s already December! Where has the year...
The Lord’s gentleness is your gentleness!
“Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.” (Philippians 4:5) People have lost the ability to be gentle when dealing with others with different opinions. Look no farther than political opponents....
Give Thanks to the Lord!
“Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” (Psalm 105:1) This week, people across our country will gather for worship (hopefully) and for Thanksgiving...
The return of the King comes unexpectedly!
“You also be ready, because the Son of Man is coming at an hour when you are not expecting him.” (Luke 12:40) At 1:45 a.m. on Nov. 27, a thief is going to break...
Showing our faith
This is evidence of God’s righteous verdict that resulted in your being counted worthy of God’s kingdom, for which you also suffer. (2 Thessalonians 1:5) I have a prolife sign on the back of...