When we think about the first Christmas we tend to reflect on the central characters – Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men. And we should. God can teach us so much through His work in their lives. But there are other people in the Christmas story that don’t…
Read moreFor unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude…
Read moreThere is great amount of discussion concerning the horrific tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut. So many hearts are broken, filled with anguish and even extreme anger. All of which are totally understandable. In light of this tragedy along with previous tragedies we learn that the perpetrators have a…
Read moreHas a phone call or conversation ever delivered incomprehensible news and you wondered, “How can this be?” You’re not alone… A devout priest, Zechariah was a descendent of Aaron. When his priestly division was on duty at the Temple in Jerusalem, he was chosen to enter the Holy…
Read moreAs we come around the corner of the last days before Christmas, perhaps you are like me, and have so much to do still before the magic can happen. All of the hustle and bustle of this time of the year can sometimes stress me out. We are two weeks…
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