Today the world collectively longs for peace. A global pandemic frightens us. Racial injustice angers us. Political unrest divides us. Two thousand years ago Jesus entered a world that also longed for peace. God’s people had gone for generations without hearing from Him. War and upheaval had weakened their resolve. They had been influenced by … Continue reading Advent – Peace: Jesus’ Gift to You
Author: Mom's Devotions
Advent – Hope is on the Horizon
On a day when hope seemed lost, Jesus Christ the Messiah was born! The light shines in the darkness and the darkness can never extinguish it. – John 1:5 NLT I love Christmas lights! I love to drive through my neighborhood at night and see the festive glow of holiday cheer. Or to settle … Continue reading Advent – Hope is on the Horizon
Do You Still Trust Me?
Though he falls he will not be overwhelmed because the Lord holds his hand. – Psalm 37:24 CSB Not in my lifetime have things seemed so uncertain. What does the future of the country look like? Will we or someone we love get sick? If we do, will we survive? Will we lose our job? … Continue reading Do You Still Trust Me?
Regardless of What Happens Next
If elections teach us anything, it is that we cannot put our hopes in any human being. Our candidate may lose and crush our hopes, or he may win and fail to live up to them. After all, he is only human. During the ugliness of this election and the uncertainty of what the country … Continue reading Regardless of What Happens Next
Flourishing as a Foreigner
It’s hard to live a life that glorifies God when we're surrounded by godlessness. The Biblical foundation that once defined American life has been pushed aside. God has been kicked out of the government, out of the schools, and even out of the homes of many people in this nation. Each election cycle policies are … Continue reading Flourishing as a Foreigner