In Jerusalem at this time there were grape vines growing around Jesus and his disciples. In today’s world, we don’t see grape vines growing often, but the disciples would know the meaning of verse 1. Jesus is describing himself as the true vine, and we are the...
How exactly can we be thankful? Psalm 100 tells us how to show our thankfulness to God. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!Serve the Lord with gladness!Come into his presence with singing! Know that the Lord, he is God!It is he who made us, and we are...
When we think of all the blessings and wonderful things we have in this life to be thankful for, our salvation has to be at the top of the list. We are thankful for our family, our church, the country we live in, and the freedom we have been afforded. But if all those...
We may have asked a similar question in our own mourning and grief. Where do we go from here? How do I move on? Even a question of your own joy. Should I be happy? These are real questions, real emotions, and real effects of grief on us. Do not feel like you are wrong...
Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God. – Psalm 42:5-6a How can we find hope in this life filled with grief, pain, and struggles? Our only hope lies in the Rock...
