“But the Lord will still give you proof. A virgin is pregnant; she will have a son and will name him Immanuel”—Isaiah 7:14 (CEV). When I was born in 1953, my parents named me Carol Ann. I disliked my name for a long time. I considered it plain vanilla. Not even a squirt of chocolate …
A new season blossoms amid a chaotic world. Spring provides beauty and refreshment after the long, cold winter. A new awakening provided by God’s omnipotent hand. The birds sing cheerful songs, gracing bird feeders. Gold finches preen their bright yellow feathers. Shy indigo buntings emerge from the woods. Flowers bloom in an endless parade of …
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer”—Romans 12:12 (ESV). Opening the blinds in my office this morning, I was stunned to see the empty jelly cups in my Oriole feeder. I’d just filled them late the day before. If I didn’t refill them soon, they’d be invading my hummingbird feeders. I’m …
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”—Philippians 4:6-7 (ESV). Anxious (adjective) – full of mental distress or uneasiness because of …
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