RESURRECTION: Etymology Middle English resurreccioun, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin resurrection-, resurrectio act of rising from the dead, from resurgereto rise from the dead, from Latin, to rise again, from re- + surgere to rise — more at SURGE https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurrection I thought I’d start with a definition just to make clear what kind of power I’m talking about. It’s becoming more popular for Christians …
Last week I wrote about Mathew 11:28-30, so when it came up again in my prayer time, I figured I should pay closer attention. Here’s the passage — Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. …
This Sunday our pastor talked about the Sabbath rest and the difference between being overextended and being overwhelmed. It was a great message for someone like me who struggles with anxiety and depression. Making me think about my lack of energy, and that feeling of being exhausted all the time. When this morning stirred that …
Have you ever had a scripture download in the middle of an unrelated sermon because God was speaking to you about your concerns? That’s what happened to me. It wasn’t because I wasn’t paying attention to the message being preached, but because I’m going in for surgery this week and my emotions are all over …
Many churches encourage participation in starting the new year in 21 days of prayer and fasting. Ours started today. As I mulled over how I would participate, my thoughts turned to Sunday’s sermon. My pastor spoke about three different relationships with Jesus; a fan, a follower, or a friend. I decided to look at this …
This may be a strange time to think about Christ’s return, but is it really? I don’t know about you, but I’ve been reading Bible plans about Christmas and the scriptures that tell about His birth. When I woke up this morning, two days before Christmas, it wasn’t Jesus first appearance I wanted to write …
What do you think of when you hear the word peace? My mind automatically goes to a spa-like atmosphere and a massage, or cuddling up with a cozy blanket, a cup of tea and a warm fire. Just thinking about those things automatically relaxes my shoulders as I exhale. But this time of year, moments …
Have you watched The Chosen? As I thought about what to write, I remembered watching and being struck by how human they had portrayed Jesus. But wasn’t that key to Jesus mission? So, let’s dive into the Man of Sorrows. Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm …
This quote is not what I would have expected to hear from God this morning. I’m sure it isn’t what you would expect me to write about, either. But I understand it and I will explain. I’ve been depressed and in more pain than usual and was struggling with the notion of writing an encouraging …
You may recognize this photo from last weeks post, the only difference is the title. I found I wasn’t ready to move on from this topic and I missed linking a wonderful song we sing at church that shares this message. Please take a moment to listen to Cody Carnes Firm Foundation (He Won’t). His …
The Far Reaches of Grace 