Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33 22 Immediately he made the disciples get into a boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but by this time the boat, battered... Continue Reading →
Text for the Week: Thanksgiving Overcomes Worry
Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity. 3 This is right and acceptable before God our Savior, 4 who desires... Continue Reading →
Text for the Week: Seasoned with Thanksgiving
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 6What I mean is this: the one who sows a small number of seeds will also reap a small crop, and the one who sows a generous amount of seeds will also reap a generous crop. 7 Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn’t give with hesitation... Continue Reading →
Mind Your Manners
I remember Thanksgiving as a kid, like so many other families we would visit my grandparents. My grandfather would pray before the meal and his prayer would usually end, "keep us mindful of whose we are and whom we serve". He would then sit down and intentionally ask questions designed to stir the rest of... Continue Reading →
Text for the Week: Thanksgiving Creates Generosity
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 6 What I mean is this: the one who sows a small number of seeds will also reap a small crop, and the one who sows a generous amount of seeds will also reap a generous crop. 7 Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn’t give... Continue Reading →
What is there to be Thankful for?
Like many others, my family will not be gathering together for Thanksgiving this Thursday. It is truly disappointing to me not to be celebrating with my parents and siblings; however, some of us have had recent exposure to COVID so the decision not to get together was easy. I have been struck by how many... Continue Reading →
Thankful in the Thorns
One thing I have been focused on (and struggling with) lately is recognizing today’s blessings and trying not to focus on wanting tomorrow’s blessings today. I find this difficult because today’s blessings come with so much baggage and difficulty, while tomorrow’s blessings shine with the promise of smooth sailing. I look for little moments... Continue Reading →
Little steps toward Thanksgiving
I really wish I knew who to credit for this quote because it is spot on. Only in America can we show our gratitude for the things we have on Thursday; then spend Friday in a mad dash to get more. It is unbelievable that this whole week we will have buildup, not to Thanksgiving,... Continue Reading →
Squinting in the Light 