*This is an historical fictitious account of two of the many miracles not mentioned in the Bible (John 21:25 ), inspired in part by a trip to Israel Maureen Miller took in 2003.* “But he
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How Understanding the Mysteries of the Last Supper Might Feed a Starving World
I believe the son of the one Father of all that ever was, is, or will be is alive and well. He sits at the right hand of His Father. All Authority on earth is
Read moreFlipping Tables
Next week is Holy Week, the holiest time in the Christian calendar. Even those of us in churches who don’t follow the liturgical calendar pause to observe the last week that Jesus lived on earth.
Read moreA Time to Sow ~ 10 Ways We Can Share the Joy of Sowing Seeds
Sowing a packet of seeds is like sprinkling encouragement and fairy dust throughout my very own plot of dreams. JC (That’s me) If sharing = caring, how can we sow more joy? 1. Embrace the
Read moreEaster Vigil When You Don’t Feel Like Celebrating
“It’s a Celebration!” “For some,” I wanted to say. But I didn’t want to be seen as a downer, or as though I didn’t appreciate the significance of this special day. So, I merely tried
Read moreWhere did everybody go?
Recent photos of empty streets and parking lots leave me feeling uneasy. Playgrounds and ballfields. Stadiums and universities. Restaurants and doctor’s offices. School buildings and churches. Where did everybody go? I know how this happened,
Read morePeace In uncertain times
A time for everything? We’re told these are uncertain times. What about yesterday, last year, or twenty years from now? Who knows what tomorrow will bring? Isn’t any time an uncertain time? As we pray
Read moreThis Throwback in Time Changes Our Life Forever
A throwback image not only captures people and places in moments of time. But it also stirs our emotions. And throwbacks retrieve memories. The image to the left uncovers an Easter throwback from my childhood,
Read moreGo Big or Go Home: A Cross and Empty Tomb
Go big or go home! Going big to celebrate special holidays and occasions, tossed with the memories they create, bring me joy. So, I’m enthusiastic about reindeer, flags, turkeys, balloons, party hats, fireworks, hearts, costumes—all
Read moreBreaking Through to New Life
Yes, we all have high places that God has prepared for us to tread—live, flourish, enjoy, produce—and just because we may be in an unproductive season, that doesn’t mean that we will stay there.
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