By: Jenni Walker “Christmas is fast approaching. And now that Christ has aroused our seasonal expectations, He’ll soon fulfill them all!” ~St. Augustine “You who bring good news to Zion, go up on a high mountain. You who bring good news to Jerusalem, lift up your voice with a shout, lift it up, do not … Continue reading Sacred Anticipation
“Now thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.” (2 Corinthians 2:14) “No one is holy like the Lord, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God!” 1 Samuel 2:2 * * * … Continue reading Family Life: Jenni’s Story
“To proclaim the year of the LORD's favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion -- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of … Continue reading Family Life: Beth’s Story
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to Himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses … Continue reading Family Life: Laura’s Story
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let Me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.’” (Matthew 11:28-29) “’Lord, help!’ they cried in their … Continue reading Family Life: Allie’s Story
"And God is able to make all grace abound to you so that in all things and at all times, you may have all that you need, and you will abound to every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:8 "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect … Continue reading Fully Surrendered: Charity’s Story
“Enlarge your house; build an addition. Spread out your home, and spare no expense! For you will soon be bursting at the seams.” Isaiah 54:2 “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me, for the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the broken … Continue reading Fully Surrendered: Marah’s Story
“A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy dwelling.” Psalm 68:5 “In the day when I cried out, You answered me, and made me bold with strength in my soul.” Psalm 138:3 * * * What a year it has been! But it is not over yet. No matter … Continue reading Fully Surrendered: Priscilla’s Story
“Sing to God, you kingdoms of the earth; oh, sing praises to the Lord!” Psalm 68:33 “O Israel, hope in the Lord; for with the Lord there is mercy, and with Him is abundant redemption.” Psalm 130:7 What a year it has been! But it is not over yet. No matter what season of life … Continue reading Through Every Season: Yonah’s Story
“I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and He prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.” John 15:1-2 “I love you, Lord; You are my strength… You light a lamp for me. The Lord, … Continue reading Through Every Season: Anna’s Story
