And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great … Continue reading Working the Night Shift
Getting a bad rap?
In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to … Continue reading Getting a bad rap?
An Honorable Man
This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he … Continue reading An Honorable Man
What did I get myself into?
In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, "Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you." Mary … Continue reading What did I get myself into?
Bragging rights for Thanksgiving
Who celebrated the first Thanksgiving in the USA? The traditional story relates that in 1621, the governor of the Pilgrims at Plymouth colony, William Bradford, declared a harvest festival of Thanksgiving, celebrating with the local Wampanoag native tribe who had helped them survive the previous winter. http://www.ushistory.org/us/3b.asp But when I lived in Texas, my friends … Continue reading Bragging rights for Thanksgiving
Home for the Holidays – Searching for the Lost Family Favorite
Thanksgiving always brings back memories of the extended family crowded around the dining room table, sharing a feast of favorite dishes, while giving thanks to God for His bountiful provision. Each family brought several potluck items. Aunt Edith always came with creamed peas and onions, and pies (two separate dishes, not together!). She would not … Continue reading Home for the Holidays – Searching for the Lost Family Favorite
One Body, Many Parts
I wish I could have taken a picture. Last Friday, as I was driving to work, I saw a young family out for their morning exercise. Their child was in a stroller, pushed by the mother on in-line skates, while the dad was jogging alongside. All going together, as a unit, in the same direction, … Continue reading One Body, Many Parts
Christians and Cremation
Recently a friend asked me if it was okay for a Christian to be cremated. My usual flippant reply is, “If God created us to begin with, I don’t think He’ll have any problem putting us back together later.” But really, I think his question deserves a thoughtful answer. The Bible does not directly address … Continue reading Christians and Cremation
The Living Dead
The popular fascination with vampires, otherwise known as “The Living Dead,” has a lengthy history. Starting with the Bram Stoker novel Dracula and the Bela Lugosi movie classic, through B grade Peter Cushing horror movies, to the modern novels of Ann Rice, the book Vampire Lestat, the movie “Interview with a Vampire,”and the more light-hearted … Continue reading The Living Dead
A False Sense of Security
When I went to my front door to leave for work one morning, I was horrified to discover that I had left it unlocked all night! I checked my apartment to make sure nothing was missing – all was safe. Praise the Lord! This episode reminded me of the advice from King Solomon: Above all … Continue reading A False Sense of Security
Lines from Lynn 