“It is finished.” John 19:28-30. Three of the most powerful words uttered by a human. Ever. When Jesus declares the ultimate victory as he slips into death, people watching probably didn’t fully grasp what he meant. The crowd likely thought he was giving up his life. And of course, he was. But what they didn’t know, … Continue reading Finished by Debb Hackett
Seed, by Debb Hackett And He said, “The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground, Mark 4:26 (NIV). In chapter four of Mark, Jesus was obviously feeling like some yardwork was in order (my interpretation). He delivered the Parable of the Sower, the Parable of the Growing Seed, and the Parable … Continue reading Seed by Debb Hackett
“A wise person will hear (listen) and increase in learning…” Proverbs 1:5a NASB (emphasis by me – listen is used in many translations). I have a little sign hanging on my desk that reads, “Listen and Silent are spelled with the same letters.” I originally had it for our school room (we homeschooled our kids all the way through) and … Continue reading Listen by Kimberley Woodhouse
In today’s Word on Wednesday, we are treated to a beautiful reminder that we are held by the Lord, even when the earth disappears beneath our feet. “So do not be afraid. I am with you. Do not be terrified. I am your God. I will make you strong and help you. I will hold … Continue reading Held, by Becky Antkowiac
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son so that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16. Warning: trigger alert! I know the following words might unsettle some people, but, here goes. I love my mother-in-law. Adore my mother-in-law. I married my husband … Continue reading Believe by Melissa Carey