In Times Of Trouble

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling....

Peace: It Is Well With My Soul

And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 NASB 2020 There is the (subjective) peace of the world. And there is the (objective) peace of Yahweh Shalom (God is Peace, Judges 6:24). Want the...

And His Name Shall Be The Hope Of All The World

He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. He will be Immanuel. And His name shall be the hope of all the world. Matthew 12, Isaiah 7, 9, 42

The Greatest Gift

After hearing the King, the Magi went on their way; and behold, the star, which they had seen in the east, went on ahead of them until it came to a stop over the place where the Child was to be found. When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy....

The Gift Of Gifts

O Source of all good, what shall I render to Thee for the Gift of gifts? Thine own dearly begotten Son as my Redeemer, proxy, surety, and substitute. His self-emptying incomprehensible love. His hesed beyond the heart’s grasp (Note). Herein is wonder of wonders: He...

Advent: Christmas Eve | Simeon And Anna

At that time there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon. He was righteous and devout and was eagerly waiting for the Messiah to come and rescue Israel. The Holy Spirit was upon him and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. That...