Living the Dream

“Joseph said to his brothers, ‘I am Joseph. Is my father still alive?’ But his brothers could not answer him, so dismayed were they at his presence…’I am your brother, Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt. And now do not be distressed, or angry with yourselves, because you sold me here; for God sent me … More Living the Dream

A Bowl of Stew

“So [Esau] swore to [Jacob], and sold his birthright to Jacob. Then Jacob gave Esau bread and lentil stew, and he ate and drank, and rose and went his way. Thus Esau despised his birthright.” – Genesis 25:33-34 TODAY’S SCRIPTURE READING: Genesis 26-28:5 If you have a sibling, you have to appreciate the relationship between Jacob and Esau. The two brothers seem to … More A Bowl of Stew

Blessed to be a Blessing

“Now the Lord said to Abram, ‘Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you, and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and the one who curses you I will … More Blessed to be a Blessing

The Name Above All Names!

“She will give birth to a son, and you will call him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” – Matthew 1:21 With just a few more shopping days left until Christmas, we look forward with great hope and joy to the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Jesus was the long awaited Messiah who came to save us from our sin. It is … More The Name Above All Names!

Adeste Fideles

“My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.” – Luke 1:46-48 Confession: I am not … More Adeste Fideles

O Come, O Come Emmanuel

“Therefore, the Lord will give you a sign. The young woman is pregnant and is about to give birth to a son, and she will call him Immanuel.” – Isaiah 7:14 Now that the turkey has been eaten, the decorations are out, the shopping has begun, and I have watched Christmas Vacation, I am ready for the season … More O Come, O Come Emmanuel

Give Thanks

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.” – Psalm 136:1 This is the time of year we stop to give thanks. Next Thursday, many of us will gather around the table with family and friends as we enjoy a wonderful meal for Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving has always been one of my … More Give Thanks