…Mighty God, (Isaiah 9:6) We’re almost there. The New Year. New beginnings, new chances, new opportunities, new gym memberships… So why am I stressed? As we get closer to flipping the calendar, all sorts of tensions get stirred up in … Continue reading
And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, (Isaiah 9:6) There can be a lot in a name. My name is Michael, which means, “Who is like God?” I like that—it’s a constant reminder of the answer…Nobody. When I begin to … Continue reading
…and the government will be on his shoulders. (Isaiah 9:6) Here’s the thing with governments—they’re generally made up of people. And, well, I hate to tell you this, but people tend toward selfishness and greed. I just heard a bubble … Continue reading
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given… (Isaiah 9:6) Babies are amazing. Tiny noses and toeses and fingernails. They even smell good. Mostly. The feeling of joy, of life, that you get from holding … Continue reading
The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it (John 1:5). This is the nature of light and dark. We instinctively fear the dark and crave light. In fact, a flashlight or candle or somesuch is … Continue reading
In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind (John 1:4). Through him all things were made… Even us. That life that was breathed into Adam, that spark that separates us from all other creation… That’s … Continue reading
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made (John … Continue reading
‘Tis the Season… In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God (John 1:1). Before the tomb Before the Cross Before the trial Before the betrayal Before the garden Before the temple … Continue reading
Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. (Isaiah 9:7) I’m not really a fan of big government. More of a low taxes, leavemealoneandlletmelivemylifewithoutyouconstantlytellingmewhattodoandtryingtoprotectmefrommyself kind of guy. But His government? Let it grow, baby. You … Continue reading
Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6) We know him by many names. Jesus Christ Alpha Omega Emmanuel Lamb of God Mighty God Light of the World The Bright Morning Star Wonderful Counselor The Amen Man of Sorrows Lion of the Tribe … Continue reading