In Numbers 21:4-9, the children of Israel rebelled against God and were punished for their sins by being bitten by fiery serpents. Many people died. Moses interceded on behalf of the people, and God provided a remedy, salvation, for them. He told Moses to make a brass serpent and lift it up for everyone to see. If they looked up …
Love Was When God Became A Man, Locked In Time And Space, Without Rank Or Place; Love Was God Born Of Jewish Kin; Just A Carpenter With Some Fishermen; Love Was When Jesus Walked In History, Lovingly He Brought A New Life That’s Free, Love Was God Nailed To Bleed And Die To Reach And Love One Such As …
The Magi (wise men) traveled a great distance, following a miraculous star that led them to Jerusalem, searching for the King born in Bethlehem. In Jerusalem, they sought counsel from King Herod (Herod the Great), where the King of the Jews was born. Herod, fearing the security of his throne because he wasn’t fully Jewish, but Idumaean (descendent of Esau) …
I celebrated Christmas with my piano teacher organization and piano students this past week. As the designated “Games Person,” one of the activities we do is figure out our “Elf Name.” Mine is “Angelic Angel Ears”. Some of the funnier ones have been “Sprinkle Twinkle Toes,” “Sprarkle McJingles,” and “Perky Jolly Holly.” When I met my husband, Dave, I …
Nothing is more peaceful than a leader who shepherds his people during a time free from conflict or war, maintaining peace and harmony for the citizens. Thinking back just a few years ago to the senseless riots and unrest in a nearby city, I’m reminded of the fear community members suffered. Tensions ran high, and there was no peace. It …
Her circumstances should have given her anxiety, deep concern, and fear of open rejection from family and friends. She was so very young and pregnant. Facing an untenable situation, she goes to her elderly cousin, Elizabeth’s house, perhaps to hide from the cruel, hateful words of others, maybe to find support and encouragement. From the moment Mary entered the …
