"At that time the Feast of Dedication took place at Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple, in the colonnade of Solomon. So the Jews gathered around Him and said to Him, 'How long will You keep us in suspense? If You are the Christ, tell us...
Recently, I had minor surgery to remove a small skin cancer on my face. Though the surgery left a two-inch scar, I was grateful that the cancer was detected and treated in time. As I recovered, I marvelled at God's handiwork in healing and knitting together the...
In the face of a recession, and possibly even an upcoming depression, many of us are feeling a bit uneasy. Especially those who may have recently lost their homes, their jobs, or their career! Tension runs high in families, and some couples have even split up over...
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." (Ephesians 4:32a NIV)When my husband John was still here, we used to go on short-term mission trips. These trips were four to six weeks long. We were very aware that...
"Instead of their shame my people will receive a double portion and so they will inherit a double portion in their land and everlasting joy will be theirs." (Isaiah 61:7 NKJ)"After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord made him prosperous again and gave him twice...
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16 NIV)It was the week after Christmas a few years ago and I was harboring a nasty case of the post- holiday blues. I had always been...
"The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe." (Proverbs 18:10 ESV) "Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength." (Nehemiah 8:10 ESV)Have you ever felt like you were going under for the third time? Ever feel like you...