Ephesians 1:6 “In love he destined us for adoption to himself through Jesus Christ, in accord with the favor of his will” Ephesians 1:6 Today is the feast day of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. There are… Read More ›
#Advent
Collaboration in love
“May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that with one accord you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”… Read More ›
Gardening the Heart
“This is the way, walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21 Today, the readings wrap up our hope in a little package. We hear the Holy Spirit guiding us. When we choose to follow, life flourishes. God will provide us with life… Read More ›
The deaf will hear and the blind will see
“On that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book; and out of gloom and darkness, the eyes of the blind shall see.” Isaiah 29:18 Isaiah 29:18 In today’s reading we hear the hope of hearing God’s word… Read More ›
Pressing the pause button
Isaiah 26:4 Trust in the Lord forever! Today as we continue our journey through the first week of Advent, let us be reminded of hope in what we cannot see. In todays reading, we are reminded to place our trust… Read More ›
Freedom from death and tears –
The readings from Isaiah this week are continuing to pull us into hope. In todays reading, I especially love how God promises to “destroy death forever” and “wipe away the tears from all faces (Isaiah 25:8).” How much more hopeful… Read More ›
A seed waiting to sprout
Isaiah11:1 “On that day, a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse” I love taking a walk on a cold, brisk morning. This particular morning as I was walking around the pond before beginning my day, I took in… Read More ›
Shelter and Protection
Isaiah 4:6 “For over all, His glory will be shelter and protection; shade from the parching heat of day, refuge and cover from storm and rain.” Do you have a prized plant, one you nurtured and paid special attention to? … Read More ›
Loneliness during a time of preparation
Do you ever feel alone around the holidays? Have you felt lonely even when you are surrounded by family and friends? The days leading up to Advent are days of darkness. It’s a time of emptying to prepare ourselves for… Read More ›
A Christmas twinkle that never burns out
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5 Christmas has always been one of my favorite times of the year. I love the decorations, the atmosphere and the excitement of all the children. There… Read More ›
