Advent Series: The Decree

“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.” — Luke 2:1, KJV   A  decree is a law (whether civil, ceremonial, or ecclesiastical)  — an ordinance. Caesar Augustus, the Roman Emperor, gave orders for the empire Read more…

The Beginning of Beginnings

“I am God, and there is none like Me, declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things that are not yet done, Saying, ‘My counsel shall stand, And I will do all My pleasure.’” – Isaiah 46:9b– 10   Here we are seven months into 2021, and Read more…

Truth Equals Freedom

“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” – John 8:32, ESV.   Independence Day — family, friends, food, music, fireworks, parades, baseball, and the list can go on and on. Everyone celebrates differently. But what does Independence Day mean to you? Possibly a day Read more…

Bring Your Cup

“Sir, You sit by this deep well a thirsty man without a bucket in sight.” – John 4:11, The Voice.   The woman, whom Jesus met at the well, had the necessary tool, she needed, to draw water. So, when Jesus asked her for a drink, her attitude was one of — Read more…

In-ter-est: Enter Rest

“God’s promise of entering his rest still stands, so we ought to tremble with fear that some of you might fail to experience it.” (Hebrews 4:1, NLT)   Sometimes, I have to sound words out. It helps me remember how to spell them. (Lol) So, yesterday, I was writing something, Read more…