Then the sea arose because a great wind was blowing. So when they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus walking on the sea and drawing near to the boat; and they were afraid. But He said to them, “It is I; do not be afraid.”…
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 moreI have a tiny living room on a normal day, but when you start to put up Christmas decorations and pile up gifts, the floor suddenly looks pretty crowded. So, when we went out to cut down our Christmas tree, I asked for a small tree this year. It seems…
Read moreOnce again, Christmas is upon us! We spend hours thinking about gift giving- what to buy, how to wrap it, what kind of tag and card is needed? Will we purchase something useful, or something frivolous and fun? Does buying the gift create excitement because you can’t wait to see…
Read moreDuring this Advent season, I have tried to move slowly through the days. Often that hasn’t been possible because we are in the midst of some rather trying circumstances. But even with all the busyness, it is possible to slow my heart and capture the special moments of Christmas all…
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