Set Free!
Ever visited a prison before? Last month I had the opportunity to visit a friend in prison for the second time. My friend has already served many years of a life sentence, but he is hopeful that in the next few years he will get parole. We had a wonderful visit and it was fascinating (and sad) to hear some of what prison life is like. … Continue reading Set Free!
Scripture Memorization
Do you remember back in Sunday school as a kid or after you first became a Christian….you were encouraged to make a practice of memorizing Scripture? You were told about all the benefits and how it would strengthen you in your faith. You knew in your heart it would be a good thing to do. But how many of us actually followed through on that? … Continue reading Scripture Memorization
Knowing the Christ of Christmas
Hard to believe, but in just a few short days, we will be celebrating Christmas! Now that I am a little older (those of you over 50, please don’t take offense to that statement), I am amazed at how quickly Christmas comes and goes. Sometimes in the midst of all the chaos, I struggle to remember the true meaning of Christmas. But today I found … Continue reading Knowing the Christ of Christmas