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Do You Not Perceive It?
God used the prophet Isaiah in Isaiah 43:18–19 to ask the Israelites a question. That question was, “Do you not perceive it? What is it that they were to perceive? There were Israelites who were in captivity and in exile in Babylon. Isaiah prophesied that this...
No Turning Back!
Happy new year everyone! What a transition it is to enter the month of January. We made it to the next destination, another year, and now together we ask ourselves, “What are we going to do next?” Whenever I enter a new chapter of my life, a popular old saying comes...
His Indescribable Gift
I had to go to Home Depot to find out if they had an item that William and I needed for a home project. Once in the store, I could not find it no matter how many aisles I searched. Finally, I asked an employee if he could help me. He was puzzled about the item I was...
The Brightest Light
Deck the halls and Merry Christmas! I am celebrating with you in spirit and in truth! I wish you a Merry Christmas full of love, joy, and laughter. This holiday season warms my spirit with caroling, family, friendly gatherings, and special Christmas traditions. My...
Not Living by Bread Alone
One of the things that comes to my mind during this Fall season and Thanksgiving is warm buttered bread. The smell and the taste of it produces cravings in me that must be satisfied. I have used butter substitutes that were said to be healthier, but just could not...
The Power of Community
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! November is a special month to gather with family and friends over a bountiful feast. The seasonal games and decorations are exciting! Every year I enjoy celebrating Thanksgiving with my family. I enjoy how the Thanksgiving parades are...
You Are Not One of Us
Have you ever experienced what it is like to be ostracized from a group whether small or large? Do you know what it is like to experience a clique? A clique is a small group of people, with shared interests or other aspects in common, who spend time together and do...
It’s Harvest Time
Fall is a season that is quite decorative and exquisite. This season has its own unique charm to it because of how it is celebrated. Various holidays are celebrated among families and friends during this time. While the leaves on the trees change vibrant colors and...
Labor in the Lord
Annually on the first Monday of September we celebrate Labor Day. This day celebrates the contributions and achievements of men and women through their labor. For a multitude, it is a three-day weekend ending the summer season. However, in the Bible there is a...
What Does It Take to Be Free?
Freedom can be defined in several ways. Is freedom confined to circumstances or can an individual be free in their heart and mindset? Use your imagination. Picture yourself surrounded by your enemy on the battlefield. The odds of you succeeding are slim. You feel...
A Period of Adjustment
A period of adjustment according the famous Solomon in Ecclesiastes is nothing more and nothing less than an inevitable transition in life predestined by God. A transition that is unknown to us but completely planned out intentionally by God. Just recently I have had...
Discomfort When Discipling
Today most try to live in such a way to avoid discomfort. When discomfort takes place, it usually is a sign to stop whatever we are doing. If we experience physical pain when exercising, we will normally stop. If we feel emotional pain in a relationship, we may do...