When Jesus was born the Israelites knew that the Messiah was coming soon. "How did they know?," you may ask. Because even though there had been no word from God in 400 years, they had been given a timeline. The prophet Daniel told them when to expect the Messiah to arrive. (Daniel 9:24-27) The prophet … Continue reading What A Christmas Gift
Is Anyone Like Jonah?
The story of Jonah is known by churchgoers of all ages. A man of God was told to go to a city filled with people Jonah could not stand. I once heard that most Hebrews, along with Jonah, couldn't stand that place because the Assyrians living there would impale Hebrews, then hang those bodies at … Continue reading Is Anyone Like Jonah?
When You Die What Happens Next
That's a big question many have. And because they cannot answer it, they fear dying. When you think about it, it can be scary, losing everything we know and understand to something we don't. The anxiety over this loss is so great that people attempt to put off what essentially is a guaranteed future event. … Continue reading When You Die What Happens Next
Hiccups in Dwelling With God
The Lord continues to impress on me to dwell. To be honest, I thought I already did that. I feel His precious presence so much of my day. Anytime I speak his name, I feel Him. When I first started to sense His presence, I was afraid to move. I thought I might risk losing … Continue reading Hiccups in Dwelling With God
What does it Mean to Dwell?
The Lord has impressed on me to dwell. I looked up the definition. It means to live or stay; to linger over, emphasize or ponder in thought, speech or writing. The Hebrew word used in Psalm 91 for the word dwell translates to sit, sit down (as to judge in quiet), to be set, to … Continue reading What does it Mean to Dwell?
The Waiting Game
I don't know about you, but I'm not always very good about waiting. If I know something is going to happen, I want to see it or get started with it soon. I remember when I went for my licensure exam. I was ready to get the test going, but I had to wait for … Continue reading The Waiting Game
Let’s Speak Up
We've talked about how to use our words. And now, with all the news coming out about the horrendous events from the Middle East, I think we need to talk about speaking up. But let's not focus on our petty arguments, let's talk about what matters to God. After all we are to share the … Continue reading Let’s Speak Up
Do My Words Matter?
Over the past couple of weeks, the Lord has directed me to verses that deal with spoken words. (James 1, 3) Initially, I wondered what action of mine had caught God's need for instruction. Then sermons I listened to began to focus on how and what we speak as well as actions taken. As things … Continue reading Do My Words Matter?
What To Do When You Are Wrong
In my younger years, I took pleasure in being right. If I was told I did something wrong, I'd argue with my accuser and give some reason for my actions. I don't remember ever saying I was wrong. It was extremely hard to admit I had erred. Then one day I witnessed someone admit a … Continue reading What To Do When You Are Wrong
Marji’s Book
Today I want to support a fellow author, Marji Laine, by telling you about her newest book. The title is A Giant Murder. I have read many of her books and they have all been excellent reads. Her newest book follows in that same line. The story is set in the 1920's and from her … Continue reading Marji’s Book
Author Lill Kohler 