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How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in unity! It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down upon the collar of his robes. It is … Continue reading
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If any man be in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new! (2 Corinthians 5:17) New day New year New you We serve a God of second chances and new … 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
Everlasting Father, (Isaiah 9:6). I hope you have a great dad. Really I hope he is loving and strong and gentle and a daily blessing to your life. I hope this, not only to make those family Christmas dinners a … Continue reading
…Mighty God, (Isaiah 9:6) We’re almost there. The “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” part. So why are you stressed? As we home in on Christmas, all sorts of emotions get stirred up. Yeah, we’d like to say we are focused strictly … 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 think just heard a … 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 and life that you get from holding … Continue reading
Give thanks with a grateful heart. Give thanks to the Holy One. Give thanks because he’s given Jesus Christ, his son. And now let the weak say, “I am strong…” Let the poor say, “I am rich,” Because of what … Continue reading