It is mid September and I heard it for the first time this year. Christmas is coming. As a Christian I rejoice in the remembrance of the birth of Jesus in the stable behind the inn in Jerusalem. It reminds me of the peace God came in human flesh to bring. Not the peace from human conflict but the peace of knowing my sins are forgiven and the conflict between God and I is finished. Remembering His birth allows me to remember his death. He came with a purpose. To die on the cross and shed His blood as the atonement for my sins was what He came to do. I rejoice in a love that was willing to do that for me. It is a season of great joy since He has changed me. Continue reading
Left Ear Right Ear
Left ear right ear, other ears too
Listening to those, who haven’t a clue
Wacky words wafting, whatcha gonna do
Get it from Jesus, He’s always true Continue reading
Eight
I was eight years old when C.S. Lewis wrote to his friend a letter of consolation upon learning of the death of this friend’s wife. I knew little of life and less of death. I knew not either man. I was oblivious to most tragedy and pain in the world. Their sorrow and comfort toward each other was far from my play yard and companions. They were much older and nearing the end of their days. I was far nearer to the beginning of mine. Continue reading
Do You Remember 09/11/2001?
Birth was given; Life was taken
Peace and Safety; All Forsaken
Remember sorrows; Hearts were breakin’
Joy and Trust; Sadly Shaken
Fear and Trembling; What’s it Making
Faith in God; Is Not Mistaken
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