Names of God: Elohenu Olam
Elohenu Olam means our Everlasting God. For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end. Psalm 48:14
Eyewitness to Christmas: Herod Killed the Young Children
Herod is waiting for the Magi to return and tell him where to find the Messiah. “When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to…
Christmas Song Story: Rise Up Shepherd and Foller
The song originated as a spiritual The text was first published in Lippincott’s Monthly Magazine in January 1891. The song appears in the middle of a story by Ruth McEnery Stuart and takes place at a place…
Names of God: Elohei Tehillati
Elohei Tehillati means God of my praise. O God, whom I praise, don’t stand silent and aloof. Psalm 109:1
Christmas in the Air: Scriptures for Christmas
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14…
Biblical 12 days of Christmas
1. On the first day of Christmas an Angel appears to Mary with the most unexpected news of all {Luke 1:26-38} 2. On the second day of Christmas Mary travels to visit Elizabeth and the babe…
Eyewitness to Christmas: Joseph is Warned of Herod’s Treachery
King Herod sent the Magi to Bethlehem to find the Messiah. He makes them promise to return to him and let him know where to find the child, as he wants to worship the child.…
Christmas in the Air: Words of Christmas
Noel is how we choose to say Christmas Peace on Earth we long for all the time Family and all those we hold dear Christmas cheer to lift our heart and mood Christmas magic to…
Christmas Song Story: Mary’s Boy Child
Mary’s Boy Child is a popular Christmas carol written in 1956 by Jester Hairston. Hairston roomed with a friend who asked him to write a song for a birthday party. He wrote the song with…
Names of God: Elohei Mikkarov
Elohei Mikkarov means the God who is near. “Am I only a God nearby” declares the Lord, “and not a God far away? Can anyone hide in secret places so that I cannot see him?” Jeremiah 23:23
Christmas in the Air: Things we do at Christmas
Spend time with family we hold so very dear Kiss under the mistletoe with the one we love Give gifts to our family and those we hold dear Decorate the Christmas tree to reveal our…
Eyewitness to Christmas: Herod Meets the Wise Men
The Magi are waiting to meet Herod, while he consuls the chief priest and teachers regarding the prophecy of the Messiah. “ Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time…
Christmas in the Air: Feeling of Christmas
Joy Exaltation Peace on Earth Good will toward men Nostalgia for memories we long to hold Generosity to help others most in need Forgiveness reigns in our heart when it’s been broken Majestic because Christ…
Christmas Song Story: The Friendly Beasts
The Friendly Beasts is another strong contender as one of the oldest Christmas songs. It was written in French about the animals surrounded Christ at the nativity. The song is about the gifts that five…
Names of God: Elohei Ma’uzzi
Elohei Ma’uzzi means God of my strength. It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. 2 Samuel 22:33
Book Review: The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus
In 1928, Pippa Ripley is rejected from the inner circle of the Bonaventure Circus as a baby. A mysterious message arrives and she searches for a connection to her birth and a man seeking justice.…
Eyewitness to Christmas: Herod Seeks the Prophecies
Last week, we took a look at Herod calling the chief priest and teachers to tell him what the scriptures said about the birth of the Messiah. “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is…
The Apostles: Luke the Evangelist
The name Luke means light. Scholars believe he originated from the Greek city of Antioch. Luke wrote both the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. Some historians believe he also contributed to the…
Christmas in the Air: Taste of Christmas
Hot chocolate with marshmallows to make us smile Christmas cookies of every shape, color and design Turkey and ham warms our tummy on that special day Pies of every flavor and size to top it…
The Apostles: Joseph of Arimathea
Joseph of Arimathea is best known for his role of burying Jesus body. The name Joseph means he will add. The exact location of Arimathea is unknown. However, Luke 23:51 tells us it was a…