‘In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.‘ Genesis 1:1 NIV Are you someone who parties out New Years Eve or are you in sweats by 8pm and tucked up by 10pm? During different seasons my family and I have done both, although our youngest is always adamant she wants to see the new year in. … Continue reading Beginning, by Debb Hackett
‘But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.’ Luke 2:19 How crazy is your Christmas prep? My friend Jill always used to say “I’m too busy to scratch myself.” I’m feeling a little of that this year. Competing needs of two teenagers, a busy military husband, wrapping up the ministry … Continue reading Treasured, by Debb Hackett
he sent them to the Lord to ask, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” Luke 7:19 We are heading into the holidays. The weight of expectation is looming in stores, children’s eyes, and for many charities who see a huge uptick in demand at this time. But what about … Continue reading Expect, by Debb Hackett
On my bed I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night. Psalm 63:6 Today begins Baby Loss Awareness week. This morning, my husband and I attended the opening of a memorial garden, made of brightly colored windmills, to remember our little lost love. This is the first time we will have … Continue reading Remember, by Debb Hackett
‘But He said to me, “My grace (My favor and loving-kindness and mercy) is enough for you [sufficient against any danger and enables you to bear the trouble manfully]; for My strength and power are made perfect (fulfilled and completed) and show themselves most effective in [your] weakness.” Therefore, I will all the more gladly glory in my weaknesses and infirmities, that the strength and power of Christ (the Messiah) may rest (yes, may pitch … Continue reading Enough, by Debb Hackett