Book Review-Empire Baptized Many people, who are followers of Jesus and who are active in the fellowship of believers called The Christian Church, catch ourselves wondering why there is often such a disconnect between the teachings of Jesus Christ and the everyday life of the Church. Why, for example, has a fellowship that began as […]
Month: June 2017
Psalm 30:1-12, Mourning into Dancing
Devotions on Psalm 30:1-12-Mourning into Dancing June 26-July 2, 2017 Monday, June 26, 2017-Mourning into Dancing “I will extol you, O Lord, for you have drawn me up” (Psalm 30:1). In an effort to help her team work more effectively together, Meg Higgins scheduled a day at a ropes course. Throughout the day, […]
The Lord is My Shepherd, Psalm 23:1-6
Devotions for Psalm 23:1-6 June 19-25, 2017-The Lord is My Shepherd June 19-25, 2017 Monday, June 19, 2017 ͞The Lord is my shepherd͟ (Psalm 51:1a). Sandra Connors was impressed by the young intern, Gail McNeil. Gail demonstrated a personal drive, attention to detail and ability to work with others that made her a valuable […]
Devotions on Psalm 13:1-6, Dark Night of the Soul
Devotions for Psalm 13:1-6-Dark Night of the Soul June 12-18, 2017 Monday, June 12, 2017-Dark Night of the Soul “Will you forget me forever” (Psalm 13:1a). At ninety-two, Clyde Holthauser could no longer live alone. Clyde’s two children and their families couldn’t provide adequate care for him either. So the decision was made […]
Come Worship the Lord, Psalm 100:1-5
Devotions for Psalm 100: 1-5-Come Worship the Lord June 5-11, 2017 Monday, June 5, 2017-Come Worship the Lord. “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth” (Psalm 100:1). At the end of the service, the younger members of the congregation rush to the front. Grabbing maracas, triangles, bells and tambourines, they begin […]