“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 2018 marks the 151st anniversary of a little book without words that…
Happy New Year!
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 How good is the God we adore, Our faithful, unchangeable Friend: Whose love…
Handel’s Messiah
“For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government shall be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9: 6 Few musicals…
Wise Men Still Seek Him
“Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” Matthew 2:2 When we think of the birth of Jesus, our minds turn to a…
A Christmas Miracle
“The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up.” James 5:15 Today, I am going to tell you a Christmas story I’m sure you have never heard. It’s a favorite in our family and…
The World War I Christmas Truce
“Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace.” Colossians 3:15 We hear the word “peace” mentioned many times at Christmas in songs, on holiday cards and billboards around…
The Little or Hidden People
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given,” Isaiah 9:6 This is the Christmas season and we rejoice in the birth of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ! I think it is safe to say…
The Legacy of David Brainerd
“…and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8 In Northampton, Massachusetts there is an old Puritan cemetery where David Brainerd, the young missionary to the…
Learning From The Pilgrims
“Where there is no vision, the people perish.” Proverbs 29:18 It will soon be Thanksgiving Day in America. It’s that special holiday when our thoughts turn to that hardy band of 102 Englishmen who set sail from their native land…
Reformation Day
“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32 October 31, 2017 marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. This single event on a single day, changed the world forever. It was the year 1517. …