Rejoice. Rejoice I Say.

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV When we join in Sabbath worship, we are not worshiping based on the way our circumstances have played...

A Christmas Eve Reminder

Christmas is not just a nice holiday for cookies and get-togethers. It is a divine visitation necessary to deliver us from our spirtual captivity. Peace on Earth. Goodwill to men. Wait for it.

Surprise!

Just when you think you may have a more or less quiet day in terms of God, He shows up powerfully. Like a good friend sharing wonderful, heartfelt experiences. Awesome, powerful, tear-filled experiences. Experiences earnestly poured out. Surely we will never be the...

The Order Of Things: Joy

Joy is the serious business of Heaven. The joy of the Lord is a gladness of heart, sometimes inexplicable, that comes from knowing God, abiding in Christ, and being filled with the Holy Spirit. “I will be filled with joy because of You. I will sing praises to...

The Order Of Things: Happiness

Make me walk along the path of your commands, for that is where my happiness is found. Psalm 119:35 NLT In the order of things (gratitude, goodness, happiness, joy), happiness is the third leg. The world tells us happiness comes from pursuing whatever will make us...