“Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, … Continue reading →
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead (1 Peter 1:3).” Each year … Continue reading →
“And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you fast, anoint your … Continue reading →
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23). Anne Herbert penned the phrase “practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of … Continue reading →
“The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these” (Mark 12:31). Picture it. Gray skies. Bitter winds. Barren trees. White landscapes. It’s undoubtedly winter time, well past the warmth and lights of the … Continue reading →
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of … Continue reading →
“You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God” (2 Corinthians 9:11). For many Americans, this month’s Thanksgiving holiday has a different … Continue reading →
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7). As the chill of autumn settles in and the leaves begin to … Continue reading →
“If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself,’ you are doing right” (James 2:8). This September 28th is the annual celebration of National Good Neighbor Day. Becky Mattson of Lakeside, Montana founded National … Continue reading →
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” (1 Peter 3:8). In 2001 the American Chronic Pain Association established Pain Awareness Month each September, one of the results coming out of their Pain Awareness Campaign. … Continue reading →