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
And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Matt 10:30 For more than two decades I’ve been a military wife. I am accustomed to hierarchical living. In this community, you always know who the head of anything is. Within the household, our children know that the final decision is made by the parents. I promised … Continue reading Head, by Debb Hackett
Jesus said, “At my Father’s direction I have done many good works. For which one are you going to stone me?” John 10:32, NLT I love the implication of this verse. I don’t love that Jesus might get killed here. If you are a follower of Christ then you know he hasn’t done anything to deserve being stoned. … Continue reading Done, by Debb Hackett