Remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt, and the Lord your God brought you out of there with a strong hand and an outstretched arm. That is why the Lord your God has commanded you to keep the Sabbath day.Deuteronomy 5:15 CSB What does remembering your slavery have to do with … Continue reading From Slavery to Sabbath Rest
I cannot believe we have rolled over into the month of November already! November 1st has traditionally been a day that christians have set aside for remembering the communion we share with all the saints, especially those who have passed on to eternity already...that great cloud of witnesses cheering us on in our race of … Continue reading Singing an Eternal Song
I have been awake since 3:30am. Finally at 5 o’clock I decided to just go with it. There is now a fresh loaf of banana bread cooling on the counter, a sink of dishes washed, laundry rolling around in the dryer, a blog post nearly ready to publish, and it’s not even 7 o’clock yet. Maybe it’s excitement … Continue reading Rise and Shine! Today’s the Day!
Psalm 93 The LORD reigns, in triumph clothed, clothed is the LORD, in strength He is girded. Yes, the world stands firm, not to be shaken. Your throne stands firm from of old, from forever You are. The streams lifted up, O LORD, the streams lifted up their voice, the streams lift up their roaring. … Continue reading Sometimes We Long to Be HIGH and DRY
Have you ever had those moments when you let thoughts of God and His greatness overwhelm you? Maybe on a starry night as you contemplate the vastness of His universe? Or when your focus turns to the intricate workings of countless busy cells inside your body and you marvel at the wonder of life? When we think … Continue reading Simple Faith in a Simple God
My Peace in the Puzzle 