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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenlyContinue reading “be resolute”

Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Romans 12:13 Let’s be completely honest here. For all the “merry” and “happy” proclamations we give and receive this holiday season, merriment can be far from a reality. In fact, for many of us, depression and despair mark our world during this time muchContinue reading “facing the holiday darkness”

But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. Galatians 4:4-5 Research from Gallup last year (Dec., 2019) revealed that although 93% of Americans celebrate Christmas, only 35% of those do soContinue reading “but Christmas”

Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.   Matthew 5:16 Some of you may agree with me when I say that “It’s a Wonderful Life” is not only the best Christmas movie out there, it’s also the best movie ever.Continue reading “creating a wonderful life”

Therefore, be imitators of God as dear children. And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us. Ephesians 5:1-2a Fashion trends come and go. But while they are current, we know exactly what they are, whether it’s skinny jeans or skinny ties, leggings with tunics, bell-bottoms, or shoulder pads.Continue reading “copycat”

Therefore, we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary,Continue reading “don’t waste the wasting”

Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say,Continue reading “Lord willing”

You were bought at a price. 1 Corinthians 6:20; 7:23 In this time warp that is 2020, it’s astounding to me that Christmas is just around the corner. Wasn’t it just the 4th of July last week? Or, wait, maybe that was 17 years ago. The nation’s response to this virus has turned every day sinceContinue reading “full price”

About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them.   Acts 16:25 It’s easy to praise the Lord when things are going smoothly in life—when family, work, health, finances, etc., are all humming along. (Wait, is that even a thing?) And a hearty “hallelujah!” rolls right off the lipsContinue reading “they’re listening”

…but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this shouldContinue reading “forked tongue”