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Daily Bread- Mosaic of Beauty December 15, 2018Sitting in the courtyard of the Church of the Visitation in Ein Karem, Israel, I was overwhelmed with the beautiful display of 67 mosaics containing the words of Luke 1:46–55 in as many languages. Traditionally known as the Magnificat from the Latin “to magnify,” these verses are Mary’s joyous response to the announcement that she will be the mother of the M […]Lisa Samra
- Heaven’s Love Song December 14, 2018In 1936, songwriter Billy Hill released a popular hit song titled “The Glory of Love.” Before long a nation was singing about the joy of doing even little things out of love for one another. Fifty years later, lyricist Peter Cetera wrote a more romantic song with a similar title. He imagined two people living forever, knowing together, they did it all— for […]Mart DeHaan
- The “Hope for a Baby” Tree December 13, 2018After wrapping the tree with clear twinkle lights, I tied pink and blue bows on its branches and christened it our “Hope for a Baby” Christmas tree. My husband and I had been waiting for a baby through adoption for over four years. Surely by Christmas! Every morning I stopped at the tree and prayed, reminding myself of God’s faithfulness. On December 21 we r […]Elisa Morgan
- Mosaic of Beauty December 15, 2018
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- Hours of Darkness December 15, 2018Betrayed by a friend and abandoned by His disciples. Arrested, falsely accused, and denied justice, He was condemned to die in a most shameful and painful way (Luke 23:22-24).K. T. Sim
- Helping and Serving December 14, 2018When a busy mother asks her teenager to clean her room, the daughter replies in an irritated voice, “Can’t you see I’m busy?” The mother retorts, “You are busy. I’m busy too. But you’re busy with your own stuff, while I’m busy with everyone else’s stuff!”Poh Fang Chia
- We Are Family December 13, 2018During a conference, believers in Jesus discussed differing perspectives on the relationship between Scripture and science. Although we disagreed about important matters, it was obvious the participants on all sides loved Jesus. We didn’t let our differences disguise our bond as members of God’s family. In fact, our unity seemed even sweeter because it shone […]Mike Wittmer
- Hours of Darkness December 15, 2018
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this is my FATHER’S world
This is my FATHER’S world….. Ronnie McBrayer: We are only the caretakers, God owns it all RONNIE MCBRAYER | KEEPING THE FAITH Near Rochester, New York, a prominent, cliff-like ridge erupts from the landscape and runs west for hundreds of … Continue reading
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a long or a short ride what will it be?
THE RIDE Twenty years ago, I drove a cab for a living. It was a cowboy’s life, a life for someone who wanted no boss. What I didn’t realize was that it was also a ministry. Because I drove the … Continue reading
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Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is approaching. It’s time to buy a padlock, book a flight to Paris with your true love, and be “love-locked” happily ever after. That’s what tens of thousands of couples have been doing for the better part … Continue reading
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PINEWOOD DERBY (The wisdom of a child)
PINEWOOD DERBY (The wisdom of a child) My son Gilbert was eight years old and had been in Cub Scouts only a short time. During one of his meetings he was handed a sheet of paper, a block of wood … Continue reading
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“THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT.”
As you know, Christmas Pageants are very popular this time of year. I received the following message this week about one mother’s experience at such a Pageant. It should either bring back memories, or a laugh or two to start … Continue reading
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a Christmas Classic
Today, I will share A Christmas Classic that we all know and love. May you have a Very Merry Christmas, and may all of your Christmas wishes come true! _______________________ First of all, let us learn all about who wrote … Continue reading
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Run in the rain…..
A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Target. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top … Continue reading
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I Wish For You, A Sandpiper……
The Sandpiper by Robert Peterson A Very Touching Story She was six years old when I first met her on the beach near where I live. I drive to this beach, a distance of three or four miles, … Continue reading
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Tagged accept, attitude, children, culture, feelings, hurts, life, living, love, miscellaneous, pain, parable, people, Philosophy, short story, spiritual, story, thinking, thoughts, time, time management, truth, world
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LUCKY
LUCKY Anyone who has pets will really like this. You’ll like it even if you don’t and may decide you need one. Mary and her husband Jim had a dog, Lucky. Lucky was a real character. Whenever Mary and … Continue reading
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THE LESSON OF THE COFFEE BEAN
THE LESSON OF THE COFFEE BEAN A daughter complained to her father about how hard things were for her.”As soon as I solve one problem,” she said, “another one comes up. I’m tired of struggling.” Her father, a … Continue reading
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