The evening was magical! The lights, the sounds and the smells all pointed to the fact that the season of Christmas had finally begun. My heart was anticipating another fun-filled, magical night where Christmas carolling and storytelling filled the atmosphere inviting the soul on a journey to the manger. People would travel from all over […]
The Latin translation of the word ‘noel’ means ‘to give birth.’ So as we joyfully sing this Christmas classic of the first noel, we are commemorating the birth of Christ as a baby. In essence, the Messiah coming down to live among those whom He designed. Sounds a bit complex … and to a degree, […]
We all have one — our favorite Christmas song. And this is mine. Every year, I try to listen to a different artist’s rendition of this timeless classic. For the Believer, we pause and bend the knees of our heart when we consider the importance of what happened the night the Christ child was born. […]
As a mom of three adult children, it’s hard for me to think that the night Jesus came down was a silent one. I’ll agree with you that it was a holy night. A sanctified night. A night like no other in all history. Because it was His Story to tell. But silent? Hmmm … […]
“Maligayang Pasko!” (Tagalog for Merry Christmas) Christmas is the most loved seasons in the Philippines. So much, that they begin decorating in August. Sounds incredible, but that’s what the country believes should be done to express their love for the Savior. Even amongst those who do not share the Christian faith, a respect is given […]
Thank you for joining us today. I’d like to give you a special treat. It won’t take more than 10 minutes of your time. So, sit back and relax with that cup of tea … With all that you’ve been busily trying to accomplish in these remaining days before Christmas, you may have forgotten Who […]
When I was in elementary school, I was the typical nerdy girl — glasses, bookworm and ignorant of the ‘in’ things to do, say or wear. Yes, I was that girl. Lacking athletic ability didn’t help matters either. It generally meant being passed over when it came time to forming teams on the playground. How […]
This time of year can be a stressful one for many reasons for different people. Too often, we don’t seek outside of ourselves to receive the healing that GOD has made available in a myriad of resources. Embarrassment, judgement, criticism, condemnation — pick your villain, there’s many from which to choose. Allow me to share […]
9 After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, 10 and crying out with a loud voice, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to […]
There’s just something about hearing this song in the language of the people through whom Jesus came. Melts my ❤️ every time I listen. We joyfully sing and beckon Him to ‘Come!’ Yet, are we ready for what that entails? Are we prepared for Him to return again? He came the first time and was […]
Titus Two 