“The time when Christians begin to sing in the ways of the Lord is when they first lose their burden at the foot of the Cross. Not even the songs of the angels seem so sweet as the first song of rapture which gushes from the inmost soul of the forgiven child of God. You… Continue reading Spurgeon & Singing
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Monday Moments: hygge
Sunshine, heated blanket, kitty, coffee, prayer, and books. I may never get off this couch again. Granted, this is not a normal Monday morning (see last Monday’s post). So, I am thankful for an extra day of rest. This moment, I am relaxing and soaking in the sounds of the clock ticking, laundry whirring, and… Continue reading Monday Moments: hygge
The Weeping Prophet and True Hope
Jeremiah’s persistent obedience, even in persecution, even in the unraveling of his city during the Babylonian siege, stirs a fearless hope. He faced what many of us fear today, in the counsel and fellowship of his God. Such a closeness is not now only reserved for prophets, but all of God’s children.
Top 5 Books for 2020
This past year, with quarantines and shelter in place, I had a lot more time to read. And watch tv... but one of my goals this year is to read more than I watch tv. Wish me luck! And discipline! Anyway, here are my Top 5 books for 2020:📖Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society… Continue reading Top 5 Books for 2020
Longing for more: Nearer my God to Thee (medley)
"Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst." — John 4:14 He who is a believer in Jesus finds enough in his Lord to satisfy him now, and to content him for evermore. The believer is not the man whose days are weary for want of comfort, and whose nights… Continue reading Longing for more: Nearer my God to Thee (medley)
Philippians Monday Challenge
Philippians 4 Monday morning challenge: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends… Continue reading Philippians Monday Challenge
Psalm 33 and the Presence of Jesus
Blessed is the fact that Christians can rejoice even in the deepest distress; although trouble may surround them, they still sing; and, like many birds, they sing best in their cages. The waves may roll over them, but their souls soon rise to the surface and see the light of God's countenance; they have a… Continue reading Psalm 33 and the Presence of Jesus
Light of Hope
“...in the end, the Shadow was only a small and passing thing: there was light and high beauty for ever beyond its reach.” Return of the King, JRR Tolkien
Fellowship and Joy
"May our fellowship with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ, be unquestionable. May it be fuel. May it fill us with joy. May it be a most real fact this day. May we enjoy it to the full, knowing whom we have believed, knowing who is our Father, knowing who it is that… Continue reading Fellowship and Joy
Yours forever
“Oh the joy of knowing that we are yours forever, Yours in the trials of life, and Yours in the last dread trial of death, and then Yours in resurrection, Yours throughout eternity! We do therefore worship You, O God, not under coercion, nor under terror or pressure, but cheerfully and gladly, ascribing to You… Continue reading Yours forever
thoughts and songs 