Tag: hope
The Israelites and Us: Man and Human Nature
When things went good for the Israelites they forgot God and began to think they could do things themselves. We do the same. It’s our human nature. When we become Christians we surrender everything to Him and follow closely. We know and realize all he has done for us in bringing us to salvation and…
The Israelites and Us: God’s Love and Mercy
Time and time again throughout the story of the Israelites God shows His love and forgiveness. From the beginning, from creation He was and still is involved with his creation. He cares deeply about each of us. God’s Love & Mercy in the Bible He comforted Sarah’s servant, Hagar, when she ran away because of…
The Israelites and Us: Sin
Without the account of the Israelites we would not have learned about sin and its damaging effects. What it can do if left unchecked. We wouldn’t have learned about man’s weakness and sin and temptation or how to trust God to overcome. We wouldn’t have understood truly why we all need a savior. From Birth…
Meaning for Season
Ah, it’s that time of year again, Christmas. What comes to mind when you think of Christmas? The holidays, presents, family, decorations, Christmas trees, sales, joy, red and green, Santa, memories, etc.? Or do you think of Christ, Advent, the Star, the Manger, the Wisemen, Joseph and Mary, Angels etc.? Not that the first things…
Heavy Load?
I am an Artist and artists have tons of supplies and tools. So when I started college I got a big Art Kit. Right away I started trying to get rid of some of the things so I wouldn’t have that entire load. I went from a very large heavy book bag (the size of…
