What do you think of when you hear the word "shepherd"? Angels on the outskirts of Bethlehem? The 23rd Psalm? I'll be honest, when I think of shepherds, in my mind's eye, I often see small boys wrapped in woolen blankets poking sticks at sheep and goats. They're watching the flocks, leading them from one grassy patch to the next, even if that patch happens ...
Encouraging Word
Encouraging Word Wednesday: The Good Shepherd
What do you think of when you hear the word "shepherd"? Angels on the outskirts of Bethlehem? The 23rd Psalm? I'll be honest, when I think of shepherds, in my mind's eye, I often see small boys wrapped in woolen blankets poking sticks at sheep and goats. They're watching the flocks, leading them from one grassy patch to the next, even if that patch happens to be the ...
Encouraging Word Wednesday: The Bread of Life
Have you ever waited a really long time at a restaurant? I mean, a REALLY long time. As in, your kids have stopped whining and are actually falling asleep by the time the buzzer goes off and the hostess shows you to a table? Maybe you missed lunch and passed hungry hours ago so you can hardly wait your turn when the waitress places a basket full of warm bread right in front of ...
Names You Need to Know: Jesus is The Word
Last week, I shared Why Jesus is the Most Important Thing You Can Blog About so I've spent some time pondering exactly how I am going to blog about Him. After all, God convicts us to change us or lead us, and as I mentioned before, knowing how many people simply search for Jesus each month, convicted me. Enter Encouraging Word Wednesday. It's an idea I had some time ago. A time and a place for ...