John 13:34–35 (ESV): 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. 35 By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one Continue reading →
Advent Brings Peace
Second week of Advent brings Peace. Something that our weary world needs so desperately today. What does peace mean to you? For me peace is that feeling that I feel inside when all is right with my little world. It is the feeling of calm Continue reading →
Advent Calendars for All
Growing up we always had some kind of Advent calendar. There is just something about the magic of opening a little door to reveal the surprise that is tucked away hidden from little eyes. Today it seems like there are all kinds of Advent calendars Continue reading →
Advent Brings Hope
It’s the first week of Advent and one that brings HOPE. This year has been so challenging. It has been chaotic and unsettling. It has been a time of separation and anxiety. It has tested our faith and our patience. It has also been a Continue reading →
Peace – The Fourth Week of Advent
Take heart. He is peace. This week we light the final purple candle. This final candle, the Angel’s Candle symbolizes peace. It reminds us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.” May you be enveloped in peace during this Continue reading →
The Third Week of Advent Brings JOY!
JOY! Just reading that word brings a smile to my face. Joy comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn’t it? Joy is the feeling of pleasure or happiness. When was the last time you witnessed or experienced true joy? I hope that the answer to Continue reading →
Advent Week Two – Love in a Baby
A baby can change everything, can’t it? In the case of the Christian world a baby came into the world and definitely changed the world because of his birth, his life and his death. It is something that I as a Christian cling to and Continue reading →
The First Week of Advent – Hope
Advent has always been a really special time for me. I have great childhood memories of growing up and having special traditions during Advent. Advent is the time of preparation and and expectant waiting for the celebration of the nativity of Christ. Sometimes it gets Continue reading →
Fourth Week of Advent – Peace
Take heart. He is peace. May you be enveloped in peace during this fourth week of Advent. It is difficult at times to understand the violence and unrest in our world but there is One who came to heal the wounds. Look to Him today Continue reading →
Third Week of Advent – Joy!
JOY! Just reading that word brings a smile to my face. Joy comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn’t it? Joy is the feeling of pleasure or happiness. When was the last time you witnessed or experienced true joy? I hope that the answer to Continue reading →