As I was reading through several blogs about Christmas memories (old and new ones) on Thursday afternoon, my heart got heavy. My heart always gets heavy this time of year. You see, even though we live for the past 16 years in Arizona, I miss Germany — especially at Christmas…
Read more“May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you! May he send you help from the sanctuary and give you support from Zion! May he remember all your offerings and regard with favor your burnt sacrifices!” ~ Psalm 20:1-3…
Read moreMay the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. ~ Romans 15:5-6 (NIV) You are wondering what I am…
Read more“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” ~ Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV) Paul is telling us in the book…
Read moreAnd suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!†~ Luke 2:13-14 (ESV) Now you are wondering why I already quote Scripture concerning Christmas. I…
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