Are you searching? Seeking? I heard a profound thought on Moody radio this week. When God came to earth to be our Savior (John 1:14), He could have come anywhere. Why didn't he come to dwell in Jerusalem in the temple? Why not in the "Holy of Holies"? He was tabernacled with us as was God's glory and presence in the wilderness Tabernacle. Jesus was and IS God with us. ...
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Notes from Nana: Advent Peace
I'm lighting the second candle of Advent: Peace! When I put my new Peace flag outside earlier in week, the wind was blowing and disturbing my photo. Perhaps YOUR peace has been disturbed or disrupted by life's circumstances? Make time to focus on the PRINCE of PEACE during this busy season. Abide in HIS Word! And wear God's whole armor! Peace to you...And IN ...
When Your “Ends of the Earth” Are Right Here at Home
I was driving home today, listening to this song, and doing a little thinking. You see, I grew up in a Baptist church. I went overseas as an IMB missionary. In my mind, December means Lottie Moon. And, the Great Commission means me. I first felt called to missions when I was about 10 years old, and I still do. So, when I listen to the words "To the ends of the earth I will ...
Empty Shells
My family and I went for a walk yesterday through beautiful golden fields bathed in late afternoon sunlight. The weather was warm, a light breeze was blowing and we were breathing deep in the good things God has given us. Namely each other and his beautiful world. At one point we were scanning the ground for any late-fallen pecans and gathering a few here and there. I kept ...