Do you like history? Do you enjoy reading history? Have you seen reenactments of historical events? Have you visited museums that display artifacts and provide information about historical events and people? Have you considered how long after an event takes place before it becomes part of history? History is interesting to me. I truly enjoyContinue reading “Historical Events”
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The Kingdom is Near
How do you approach each day? Does your daily life include remembering that God’s kingdom is near? Do you spend a moment each morning thinking about God’s kingdom and how much he loves you? How much would your life change if you were to do that each morning? I venture to say that many ofContinue reading “The Kingdom is Near”
Put the Pieces Together
How old do you think Jesus was when the wise men visited? Do you envision Him being just a few days old? A few weeks? From where have you gotten that image? Has it been influenced by popular culture? Would it impact your faith if your image was incorrect? The liturgical calendar of the churchContinue reading “Put the Pieces Together”
Christmas Continued
Do you feel a letdown following Christmas? Once all the family gatherings are done, are you exhausted? Do you look forward to the new year? Do you reflect on the past year? Have you read beyond the story of Jesus’ birth? Do you know what happens next in Jesus’ life? For many of us, ChristmasContinue reading “Christmas Continued”
Saving the Flock
What do you look forward to? Are looking toward acquiring more? Or are you merely hoping to make it through this day? Have you made the glory of this world your desire? Or have you discovered this world’s glory is nothing compared to the glory of eternity? We may look forward to many things. ThereContinue reading “Saving the Flock”
Do As God Commands
Have you been consecrated to the Lord? Have you been dedicated to the Lord? Have you been baptized in the Lord? Do you know where the consecration of the firstborn originated? Do you know why God commanded it to be done? We do not think much about consecration in today’s culture, especially to God. YetContinue reading “Do As God Commands”
Christ is Born!
What do you think of when you think of Christmas? Do you think of all the glitz, glamor, bright lights, a tree, and presents? Or do you remember it is a celebration of the birth of Jesus? Do you celebrate His birth on Christmas Day? Christmas has become very commercialized. We all know it. WeContinue reading “Christ is Born!”
Frightened and Overwhelmed
Have you been shocked? Shocked to the point of being terrified? Have you had a chill run down your spine? Has the hair stood on your arms? Have you been scared speechless? How do you think you would feel if you were to be in the presence of an angel? I’m sure we have allContinue reading “Frightened and Overwhelmed”
Difficult Travel
Do you travel much? Have you had to travel in less than perfect circumstances? Have you traveled while being sick, under duress, or more than eight months pregnant? If you traveled under those circumstances, how difficult was that trip? Many of us have traveled when not feeling well. We may have traveled with nothing moreContinue reading “Difficult Travel”
Miraculous Birth
Have you heard the news? Have you been told the wonderful news? Do you look forward to the celebration? Is it a one-day celebration or do you celebrate throughout the year? How do you celebrate? Do you have a big family dinner? Do you gather for multiple dinners? Christmas Day is still several days away.Continue reading “Miraculous Birth”
Marty Pressey 