I used to love singing this when I was a girl–such a joyous hymn! Sing along as you read the words for “At Calvary” by William R. Newell Years I spent in vanity and pride, Caring not my Lord was crucified, Knowing not it was for me He died On…
Since Easter is around the corner, how about spending the week with some Easter hymns? This is a new one to me, but I love the words to “Worthy Is the Lamb” by Stephen Leddy Worthy is the Lamb who died in awesome grief; Worthy is the Lamb who saved…
There’s a whole lot of defensiveness in the world today. A whole lot of finger-pointing instead of taking responsibility. A whole lot of “don’t judge me” flung around. Guess what? Even though it might be aimed at you, it isn’t you creating this issue. The Spirit came to convict. When…
As devastated as the disciples were when Jesus went to that cross, think how devastating it would be for us if He hadn’t. Until Jesus came, there was only the Law, which no one could fulfill. But Jesus fulfilled the Law for us. Now we can be free from sin…
HYMN DAY! “Coming Again” by John W. Peterson shares the glorious hope Christians possess. Our Lord will return to claim His own! 1. Marvelous message we bring, Glorious carol we sing, Wonderful words of the King: Jesus is coming again! Refrain: Coming again, coming again; Maybe morning, maybe noon, Maybe…
In the days leading up to Jesus’s crucifixion, He gave His disciples many words of instruction and encouragement. He was readying them for the day when they would go forward without Him by their side. He knew there would be chaos, confusion, and feelings of abandonment. He knew they would…
If you’ve walked with Jesus for two days or two+ decades, you have a testimony to share. Jesus makes a difference in a person’s life! You know how He’s impacted you. You know from what He saved you. You know how He’s changed you. You know how He’s used you…
The Counselor—God’s own Spirit!—descends on the soul that chooses Jesus as Lord. His Spirit is truth; He will not tempt us into sin. His Spirit is peace; He will not stir us to anxiety. His spirit is wise; He will not lead us astray. And as our Counselor, He will…
HYMN DAY! “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” by Edwin Hatch has amazingly soul-stirring words! Breathe on me, Breath of God, Fill me with life anew, That I may love what Thou dost love, And do what Thou wouldst do. Breathe on me, Breath of God, Until my heart is…
When I was a kid, I would never have imagined all the travel I’ve gotten to do as a result of writing books. It’s given me the opportunity to have conversations with people on airplanes, and a couple of those conversations continue to haunt me. A gentleman with whom I…