C D SWANSON April 6, 2024 Faith 1,915
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ stands as a pivotal moment in Christian history—a time of profound sorrow and ultimate sacrifice. Among the witnesses of this momentous event were devoted followers, each enduring their own turmoil as they watched their teacher and loved one endure unimaginable suffering. Mary, the mother of ...
Read More » Jennifer Woodley April 6, 2024 Faith 982
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. In the opening pages of ‘The Hobbit’, by J.R.R. Tolkien, Bilbo Baggins receives an invitation to go on a journey. Surrounded by comfort, security and certainty, it comes swooping down upon him unexpectedly. ...
Read More » Keith April 5, 2024 TBL China 1,069
Psalm 66:16-Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul. 诗篇66:16凡敬畏神的人,都来听我说,我要宣告他为我的灵魂所作的一切。 The Christians’s Clarion Call 基督徒的号角 Salvation from sin and having a relationship with God is truly the most amazing thing that can happen to anyone. I know that becoming ...
Read More » C D SWANSON April 5, 2024 Faith 1,041
Jude 1:24-25 Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. In the land of Tarsus, ...
Read More » Dale B April 5, 2024 Faith 836
Years ago, as I was working to earn my accounting degree, a sage accounting professor gave me some practical advice: “If you are having trouble falling asleep at night, just pick up your government accounting textbook. Start reading it, and you will fall asleep in only a few minutes.” I ...
Read More » Keith April 4, 2024 TBL China 1,222
2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 -Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you, 2 and that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men. For not all have faith. 3 But the Lord is faithful. He will establish ...
Read More » C D SWANSON April 4, 2024 Relationships 1,470
Acts 8:18-24-And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles’ hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, 19 Saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost. 20 But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee, ...
Read More » Dale B April 4, 2024 Faith 2,287
My oldest brother was a hero to me. And now he had joined the Air Force. It thrilled me to see his picture in uniform. A couple of years later, my third oldest brother joined the army. And I was proud again. The USA was fighting the Korean War. “Those ...
Read More » Keith April 3, 2024 TBL China 1,325
The Three R’s – “Restore us, O God of our salvation, and cause Your anger toward us to cease forever. Will You be angry with us forever? Will You prolong Your anger and disfavor and spread it out to all generations? Will You not revive us again, that Your people ...
Read More » C D SWANSON April 3, 2024 Faith 1,427
It’s easy enough to get caught up in the daily activities of the “world” — but when we bypass the “voice of God” and disregard His Word, we will be utterly dismayed by the consequences. Blessings won’t flow or cover us with joy, we will be stifled in our life ...
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