How could the day that the Lord Jesus died have been called anything but horrible, heart-breaking, anguished? An explanation is that it was once called “God’s Friday” but through translation, was interpreted as Good Friday. Then, there is the German word, Karfreitag, sorrowful or suffering Friday. Whatever it is called, it is a day for us […]
Jan 26, 2024
The Influence of Women
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It is my belief that women throughout history have had an immense part to play in history. Women have exemplified strength and wisdom. One of my favorite biblical women is Abi, the mother of King Hezekiah. Hezekiah’s father was one of the most wicked kings Judah had ever known. Ahaz brought back the worship of […]
Nov 18, 2023
Making Sense
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In uncertain times, we need an anchor, something unchangeable that we can cling to. It helps to have reminders that people have gone through hard times before now, and survived. One of my nieces, for example, is interested in learning about family history. In trying to answer her questions, I turned to the place where […]
Jan 22, 2023
The Gift of Life
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This is Sanctity of Life Sunday. It is a day to commemorate the sacredness of human life and call attention to the many lives lost due to abortion. It was begun by President Ronald Reagan in 1984. I am unashamedly pro-life. I believe I’ve heard all the arguments from pro-choice people. I don’t wish to […]
May 5, 2022
If My People
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Today is the National Day of Prayer. I hope that people of faith in God will pray for the United States of America as we’ve never prayed before. A friend and I were talking last night and we agreed that prayer changes things; prayer is not a place of last resort, it should be our […]
