“Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be…
No Thanks? Jesus Still Listens.
The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish…
By Cloud and by Fire
“And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of cloud to lead the way, and by night in a pillar of fire to give them light, so…
New Life
“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!…
When Giving Thanks Feels Impossible
“Make thankfulness your sacrifice to God, and keep the vows you made to the Most High. Then call on me when you are in trouble, and I will…
Just Be Patient
… “Just be patient, my daughter, until we hear what happens. The man won’t rest until he has settled things today.” —Ruth 3:18 NLT Naomi and her daughter-in-law, Ruth, had…
Right From the Beginning
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. —Genesis 1:1 One Easter morning, my mama thought I had seen her sneaking an Easter basket into my room, so…
Like a Weaned Child Rests
O LORD, my heart is not proud, nor my eyes haughty; Nor do I involve myself in great matters, Or in things too difficult for me. Surely I have composed…
The Best Way to End a Day—Especially When You’re Agitated
I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. —Psalm 4:8 NKJV Some of the most lasting memories are those…
Butterfly Blessing
He has made everything beautiful in its time. —Ecclesiastes 3:11a NKJV Have you ever been blessed by a butterfly? I have. Let me share my story. My husband and I…
You’re Invited
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” —Matthew 11:28 NLT Do you have any collections of…
Shhh—Don’t Say Anything Yet!
Now as they came down from the mountain, He commanded them that they should tell no one the things they had seen, till the Son of Man had risen from…
