Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 God with us. Jesus was that sign. I wonder if Mary ever called him Immanuel, a term of endearment? A nickname? Jesus is Immanuel, but was He called that by others? I was... Continue Reading →
Giving and Helping
For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have. For I do not mean that others should be eased and you burdened, but that as a matter of fairness your abundance at the present time should supply their need, so that their abundance may supply... Continue Reading →
What Do You Want?
The blind man asked Jesus to restore his sight. The writer draws a parallel, expressing the difficulty of articulating personal desires to the divine. They seek their family's devotion to Jesus and their own alignment with His will. The prayer concludes with a request for guidance and an increased desire to fulfill God's will.
Lifted Up
And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” John 12:32 My job as a Christian is to lift Jesus up to those around me. Holy Spirit draws them to Him. So how do I lift him up? I act like Him. My words and actions reflect Him. I love like... Continue Reading →
Covered
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8 I think that someone loving me, when they do it well, cover sins towards me. I'm willing to know that they aren't trying to hurt me in instances where their actions do cause me pain. I might not stay... Continue Reading →
Brotherly Love
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Romans 12:10 God's love is different to me than brotherly affection. Some translations say "be devoted in brotherly love". God's love is perfect; brotherly love is constant but has its ups and downs. I think God knew we wouldn't always love with His perfect... Continue Reading →
The next step
“The mind of man plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps.” Proverbs 16:9 I keep thinking the hike will be easier. Today felt brutal., even though it is the same path I’ve been taking. Maybe it was the cool air as the sun was already beginning to set. My only goal is... Continue Reading →
The Highlight Reels of Hidden Testimony
“Judas the son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor.” Luke 6:16 “As a result of this many of His disciples withdrew and were not walking with Him anymore. So Jesus said to the twelve, “You do not want to go away also, do you?” Simon Peter answered Him, “Lord, to whom... Continue Reading →
The Bend in the Road
I enjoy car rides. I used to love long drives alone because I would reach a point inevitably where my thoughts came to an end and I was able to hear God speak. The long drive was also a way to process all that had been happening in my life and my clients’ lives, so... Continue Reading →
Mountaintop Moments and Lessons in the Valley
As we were driving down Route 66, we would pass through the mountains and then the valleys. Over and over, I would see a few magnificent houses that I can imagine have amazing views seated at the mountain tops. They would be followed by small and large communities built in the valleys below. I am... Continue Reading →
