Hope for our waiting and wondering if life will ever feel good again
It really is hard to imagine things getting back to normal. With each passing day it’s difficult to remember how things used to be. Maybe the exiled Jews felt the same. The promises that came to them can give us hope, too.
Without a Savior’s light, the world remains a dark and deceitful place
We needn’t look far to see evil all around us. God sent light when he sent Jesus, and he asks us to share that light with so many who are trapped in darkness.
Here are the memories that may enrich your celebration the most
As we anticipate enjoying again our favorite Christmas traditions, let’s consider a particular set of memories that mean everything to us.
Sunday review, December 14-19
Think again about what God has given—and how you will respond to a world that needs his gift—as you read and share these snippets from this week’s posts.
My tale of three sons . . . mine, his, and ultimately, God’s
When I look at the sons in my life, I shudder to realize the gift God gave when he sent the world—when he sent me—his Son.
Let me tell you the story of “the little engine that could NOT”
“I think I can, I think I can” makes an inspiring children’s story. But here’s why grownup believers should look at insurmountable obstacles in a different light.
The quality you may be missing in your upcoming family gatherings
As you’re planning to see others this holiday, here’s a spiritual trait you may not have considered setting as a goal for yourself.
Why our Christmas tree isn’t the only light to shine this season
If you’re reading this devotion, you’re likely the type of person who can shine the light of Christ in this dark world where we live.
No matter how many famous people you’ve met, this one tops them all
I’ve never really cared about meeting famous people, but in spite of that, I’ve met many. But I know one whose name is bigger than all the rest.
From your very first moment until today might just be phase one
Do you remember the day you met your partners? As special as that memory is, think about how God could still use your partnership with these important people.
Sunday review, December 7-12
Quotes to remember, quotes to share, quotes from this week’s posts to help you rethink the season.
As we think about children, remember Christmas is for adults
So often we hear, “Christmas is for children.” But those who first encountered Baby Jesus were very much adults.
Why our wait in exile can be the very best place to find hope
Like the prophet, we wait. And like the prophet, we have hope. We can experience this season with expectation. Here’s how.
The important goals that mean today is far too early to quit
Approaching retirement age? A change in employment status is one thing, but there’s no stopping point for Kingdom work—or spiritual growth!
Why spiritual heritage is more important than a physical family tree
With all the interest in physical ancestry, how much do we think about our spiritual roots?
One day we will look back and see all 2020 in the rearview mirror
When we look at 2020 in the rearview mirror, we’ll notice that most of the worries that consumed us are now in the past. But what’s coming close in the side view mirror?
How about an app to tell us our moral failures and selfish tendencies?
The apps on our phones tell us all about us. How about one to keep track of our sins?
Sunday review, November 30—December 5
Peace with God, waiting on God, walking with God . . . these and more encouraging thoughts from last week’s posts can help you today.
Why waiting is so hard—and so necessary—even though we hate it
This year we’ve seen waiting like we’ve never witnessed before. Maybe our pandemic-forced waiting can encourage us to embrace the Biblical picture of “wait.”
Trouble, trouble, trouble, trouble—and God’s remedy for a solution
We have all kinds of trouble, just like King David. But he wrote about God’s solution that will still work for us today.