“In the beginning God...” (Genesis 1:1a) The reader of this devotion may be young, or old, or in mid-life. The fact remains, however, that desiring a new beginning, along with promises of change, crosses every adult’s mind at the beginning of each … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2014
The Greatest Story Ever Told
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8) The birth of Christ is important, for without the birth, there would be no death. Birth introduces us into this world. However, a man is … [Read more...]
Joy to the World
What brings us joy? For those of us that would answer “friends and family,” there is an almost unbearable sense of grief (the very opposite of joy) when we are separated from our loved ones. For those of us in prison, the Holiday Season is one of the … [Read more...]
The Source of His Pleasure
“How fair and how pleasant art thou, O love, for delights!” (Song of Solomon 7:6) The Beloved uses the word “fair” as an adjective meaning: pleasing in appearance, beautiful; also clean, pure; and clear. The synonyms for “fair” are attractive, … [Read more...]
The Unspeakable Gift
“Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” (2 Corinthians 9:15) The Christmas Season in the month of December is a very exciting time for many people world-wide. There are two major reasons for the celebration of the Christmas Season. There … [Read more...]
Another Way
“And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.” (Matthew 2:12) Matthew recorded what God warned the wise men who had come to bring gifts unto the new King. “…Where is he … [Read more...]
