With wrinkled hands she covered her lips attempting to muffle her giggles. Her reaction to the angel of the Lord’s declaration that her weary body would give birth to a son was the same as her century old husband, Abraham. He laughed too when God made such a promise. The whole thought was preposterous. Impossible. But the Lord questioned Abraham, …
Scriptures to Help Us Worship #BiteofBread
David was one of God’s favorites. He wasn’t perfect. But God described him as a man after His own heart. Do I want to be called a woman after God’s own heart? Yes please. I’ll take two. Okay, one heart is all that is necessary, but how do I attain this– the characteristic that gave David this honor and favor with …
The Peaceful Transition of Power
I cry every time I hear the Star Spangled Banner. From high school bands to military, there’s just something about it. My mouth quivers and eyes fill with tears threatening my composure. I don’t know if my emotions are stirred from the echoes of fallen soldiers, or the immense pride I feel because I have known soldiers who fought for …
Could You Use Some Strength? #WordWednesday
Have you ever felt like you did not deserve to go to the throne of grace, like you weren’t good enough to be there? It’s a holy place–one you’d think only God and Jesus could attend, but the Bible says it’s a place of grace, and that means acceptance and approval are waiting for us at God’s throne. (Because Jesus is there who understands …
Attributes of God (Part 2) #BiteofBread
You have taught us that in returning and rest we shall be saved, in quietness and confidence we shall be strengthened: By Your Spirit lift us to Your presence, where we may be still and know that You are God. ~ from The Prayer for Quiet Confidence This week we continue studying God to better know Him, so that …