Are you still seeking Him? This past Christmas season, the American Atheists Group based in New Jersey spent $20,000 to boldly proclaim their message that Christmas is a myth. Their billboard near the Lincoln Tunnel connecting New Jersey to New York displayed a picture of three ancient kings traveling on camels bearing gifts. It read, “You know it’s a […]
White Christmas Dreaming 2011
( Sing-a-long!) I’m dreaming of a Kenyan Christmas. This summer we all got to go. Where their smiles glisten, We went on mission. Wild beasts – a safari show! I’m dreaming of a 20th Christmas. Two decades since this bride wore white. Our days are still merry and bright Even though we wear readers […]
Lessons from Luke: Angels
An angel of the Lord appeared to (Zacharias) . . . Luke 1:11 The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a virgin . . . and the virgin’s name was Mary . . . Luke 1:26 An angel of the Lord suddenly stood before (the shepherds) . . . Luke 2:9 Encounters with heavenly […]
Lessons from Luke: John the Baptist
” ‘. . . What will this child turn out to be?’ for the hand of the Lord was upon him.” Luke 1:66 The miraculous events of baby John’s conception and birth combined with the prophetic proclamation of his future role in the Kingdom, prompted people to ask, “What will this child turn out to be?” Great […]
Lessons from Luke: Zacharias
Rarely is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity all that it claims to be. More often than not it’s a sales gimmick; a manipulative tool of persuasion designed to prompt impulsive action. In Zacharias’ case, however, it was the real deal. He was living the dream. Only once in the lifetime of any priest were you able to enter the temple of […]
He Will Be Great
Meditating on Luke chapter one this morning. Preparing my heart for the holy season ahead. One phrase stood out so very clearly: He will be great. The angel Gabriel is referring to Jesus, of course. He’s informing young Mary of this amazing assignment God intends for her. A son. A child of the Most High. […]
