So Jesus said again to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The […]
Zechariah’s Insane Moment of Doubt
The Christmas story is made up of a series of insane moments. Luke 1 records Zechariah’s moment of insane doubt. And behold, you will be silent and unable to speak until the day that these things take place, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled in their time. Luke 1:20
December 11
Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame . . . Have you ever read […]
Mary’s Insane Moment of Submission
The Christmas story is made up of a series of insane moments. Luke 1 records Mary’s moment of insane submission. And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” Luke 1:38
December 4
Shortcuts almost always catch me up short! If my late father-in-law was behind the wheel and the word shortcut was mentioned I admit fear and dread, would rise up in me, no matter the intended destination or probable distance. My thoughts would go directly to my first shortcut with him. January 2000, my husband and I ventured from […]
The End of Joseph’s Story
Joseph reassures his brothers that they are forgiven.
Jacob’s Final Testament
Jacob gathers his sons to “bless” them.
Jacob Blesses Joseph and His Sons
Jacob assures Joseph of God’s sustaining presence, and then gives him a gift.