Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. Gen 1:2 Hovering is a key skill for a certain breed of military aviators. Specifically, those who fly VSTOL, or STOVL aircraft. Basically, short or vertical take-off and landing planes. In the UK we call … Continue reading Hovering, by Debb Hackett
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 No Words Here we are in another new year. Every time I open up social media, someone is sharing what their word for 2026 is. This is often accompanied by a beautiful anaysis of why the word is … Continue reading With, by Debb Hackett
But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; 1 Peter 2:9 This week was both my eldest’s and my birthdays. And I really struggled. My mum passed away in 2023 and she … Continue reading Special, by Debb Hackett
50 And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit. Matt 27:50 This week we have marked what in the UK we call Remembrance Day. We typically do two things. The nearest Sunday to November 11 includes special church services and parades, with a two minutes silence held at … Continue reading Gave, by Debb Hackett
He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. Mark 4:39 As you look through scripture, the word quiet is often used as a command or a rebuke. Case in point, Jesus calms the storm using that very word. While … Continue reading Quiet, by Debb Hackett