Faith, Family and Food
As the year began, my scripture reading took off from the very beginning in Genesis. What does the very first chapter of Genesis speak to us about God? God our Creator Gen 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” The very first sentence identifies the very existence of anything and everything from Him. Gen... Continue Reading →
The year is almost done, how are you all spending these last few days. I am having a quiet and restful time this week. As the year closes, it is time to reflect, look back but also look ahead. I urge you to take a few moments and write down all the wonderful ways God... Continue Reading →
”For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.“Isaiah 9:6 Wishing all my friends on the blogosphere and their families a very blessed Christmas. May you all enjoy this... Continue Reading →
Mark 1:32-34a “That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. The whole town gathered at the door,and Jesus healed many who had various diseases.” What has your to-do list looked like recently? Has your list of tasks or your daily checklists felt similar to the verse above where the whole... Continue Reading →
“Instruction does much, but encouragement everything." J. W Goethe Yesterday, my bible study group of women got together for our end of the year/ Christmas celebration. As their leader, everyone made an effort to share with me how thankful they were for my commitment to the group. Their words were not lengthy but it stirred... Continue Reading →
The Pharisees had gathered around Jesus and were listening to him speak, they commented that Jesus welcomes sinners and eats with them. In response, Jesus shares three parables, one of which is the Parable of the prodigal son. This parable can be read in its entirety in Luke 15:11-32. A brief overview of the parable:... Continue Reading →
Genesis 50: 20 "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good, to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." These words were said by Joseph to his brothers. Joseph was born to Jacob and Rachel. He was loved by his Father. His brothers (born to Jacob and Leah)... Continue Reading →
In Luke 1, we are introduced to Zechariah, a priest and his wife Elizabeth. We learn that they both were descendants of Aaron, were upright in the sight of God, were well along in years but had no children. Once when Zechariah was on duty and was serving as priest in the temple before God,... Continue Reading →
The Story of Job from the Old Testament is one that many of us are familiar with. Job is described as a wealthy, successful and faithful man. The story begins with a conversation between God and Satan. God describes Job as blameless, upright, one who fears God and shuns evil (Job 1:8). Satan claims that... Continue Reading →
It was during the time of Judges, a man named Elimelech was married to Naomi and had two sons Mahlon and kilion. There was a famine in Bethlehem at the time,and so, they decided to move to Moab. The Sons eventually married Moabite women, their names were Ruth and Orpah. In the first chapter of... Continue Reading →
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