Category Archives: Holidays
The Paradox of Freedom
The Paradox of Freedom Surrounded by a sea of people celebrating liberty Little could they see that they are bound in slavery. In the light of the day The darkness was still their way. Decked in red, white, and blue … Continue reading
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“How Deep The Father’s Love For Us”
Today, Good Friday, I have had a lot of different songs running through my head. Songs reflecting that wonderful cross where blood was shed and my soul was saved. Songs like “In Christ Alone”, “How Beautiful the Blood”, “Above All”, … Continue reading
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Our Sins on His Shoulders
“Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that … Continue reading
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Alas! How My Savior Did Bleed!
I was sitting down to have a snack and my mom was watching TV and we found a show on the History Channel about Crucifixion. The horrors of crucifixion are gut wrenching and horrid and to think that this was how my precious Jesus died, and … Continue reading
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A Different Kind of King
”Hosanna! Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord, even the king of Israel!” was the loud shout from the people as Jesus rode in to Jerusalem on a donkey. The had made a path for … Continue reading
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Justice and Love
“If God were not just, there would be no demand for his Son to suffer and die. And if God were not loving there would be no willingness for his Son to suffer and Die. But God is both just and … Continue reading
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Easter Series (Introduction)
Easter is right around the corner. The day that has been hidden by candy and fluffy bunnies still manages to shine through all of that to show the Truth, the Way, and the Light. It’s so easy to forget … Continue reading
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History in the Making
Tomorrow marks a day in history for our nation. Someday we will be able to tell our children and grandchildren that we remember the day that America got it’s first African American president. The inauguration is a huge deal and … Continue reading
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Destiny of the Manger
Something has been demanding my rapt attention in my mind lately in this Christmas season. I feel captivated by a single thought and amazed by it. It has a tight hold on my small brain and wont let go, but … Continue reading
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