A definition from Merriam-Webster: Hope: 1. to desire with expectation of obtainment or fulfillment. 2. to expect with confidence (as in trust). {Wait… watch and pray. Because He came then I can eagerly expect His return.} Biblically, our hope is in God. It’s my trust in Him, and His good nature that makes possible my … Continue reading Eager expectation of good
Thanksgiving Day, 2025. Dear Reader, May you experience, today, God's very real withness. For He has changed my life {again} by unveiling my eyes to the reality that He is with me. Immanuel. I have never known Him quite like this. You might think at my age, “Shouldn’t you know this by now?” I ask … Continue reading Withness: a review along with resources
The best teachers ask really great questions. As you read and ponder ask yourself… Who is Jesus to me?
Lessons of lament: Years ago, in a personal time of loss, I remember weeping before the Lord. The holidays were fast approaching, and I was sad. Normally, the holidays would be a time of giving extra. A time for end of year giving. A time for gifts of appreciation. A time to be extravagant with … Continue reading Morning Communion: Deep Pockets
One of those lightbulb moments. Wait, I’ve read this scripture before. But I’ve never read it like this before. The atoning blood of the Lamb. Always God’s plan A. #eyesonjesusandshine #withness #livelovebrightly #planA
A peek into an ongoing correspondence between sister-friends. She is one of my Paulettes and most assuredly my longtime Barnabia. Dear friend, I read yesterday Matthew 28 and Mark 16. This was our planned chronological reading with The Bible Recap. My reading walked me through the crucifixion. And then I encountered The Resurrection of Christ. … Continue reading The Resurrection: how do you respond?
youtube.com/shorts/kP5LTc9sSzY Luke 24:13-27. The walk to Emmaus. The timeframe is post - resurrection. The tomb is empty. The women encountered angels at the tomb who declared, "“He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to … Continue reading When Jesus walks in…
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