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
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One thing I ask of the Lord; this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him … Continue reading
He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this. (Isaiah 9:7) Not through political activism. Not … 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? I’m all in. You know, … Continue reading
Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6) We know him by many names. Jesus Christ Alpha Omega Emmanuel I Am Lamb of God Prince of Peace Mighty God Light of the World The Bright Morning Star Wonderful Counselor The Amen Man of … Continue reading
Everlasting Father, (Isaiah 9:6). I hope you have a great dad. 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 little … Continue reading
…Mighty God, (Isaiah 9:6) We’re almost there. The “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” part. So why are we stressed? With two days to go, all sorts of emotions are getting stirred up. Although we would like to say we are focused … 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) I don’t know if there is anything more exciting than the birth of a baby. The feeling of joy, of life, that you get … Continue reading