The Apostles: Paul
We’ve studied the 12 Disciples of Jesus, the women who followed Jesus, and the Seven Deacons. We are going to wrap up the series with the apostles. Luke 10 tells us “And after these things,…
Hymn Story: Lord, Speak to Me That I May Speak
Lord, Speak to Me That I May Speak was written by Frances R. Havergal in 1872. Havergal is one of several women hymn writers who lived in the late Victorian era of England {18th Century}.…
Names of God: Elohei Haelohim
Elohei Haelohim means God of Gods. For the Lord your God is the God of gods (Elohei Haelohim) and the Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God who does not show…
Hope in the Bible: Saul’s Conversion
We first meet Saul {who would later become Paul} at the stoning of Stephen. “Meanwhile, the witnesses laid their coats at the feet of a young man named Saul.” {Acts 7:58} Saul is one of the Sanhedrin…
Hymn Story: In Gabriel’s hand a mighty stone
In Gabriel’s hand a mighty stone is a song written by Isaac Watts. He is best known as the author of Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound. He was born on July 17, 1674 in…
Names of God: Elohei Chasdi
Elohei Chasdi means God of my kindness. You are my strength, I sing praise to you; you, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.Psalm 59:17
Hope in the Bible: Mary and Martha Believed Jesus Would Heal Lazarus
Jesus was friends with Lazarus and his two sisters, Martha and Mary. He’d been to their house for supper. Then Lazarus gets sick and his sisters send a message to Jesus. They know if Jesus…
Hymn Story: Break Thou the Bread of Life
Breath Thou the Bread of Life was written by Mary A. Lathbury. Lathbury taught art and French in Vermont and New York schools. She also served as a poet in the summer programs at Chautauqua,…
Names of God: Elohe Yakob
Elohe Yakob means God of Jacob. May the Lord answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob (Elohe Yakob) protect you. Psalm 20:1
Hymn Story: Day is Dying in the West
Day is Dying in the West was written by Mary Artemesia Lathbury. She was born on August 10, 1841 in Ontario County, New York. Day is dying in the West was written at the request…
Names of God: Elohe Tsadeki
Elohe Tsadeki means God of my Righteousness Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God (Elohe Tsadeki). Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. Psalm 4:1
Uncertain Times: Return of Jesus
When asked about his return, Jesus said “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” {Matthew 24:36} We’re not told when…
Song Story: We Shall Behold Him
This is a very special song, as Daddy and I often performed this together. In his memory, I played it at his memorial service. Hard to believe we just passed the twenty year mark. This…
Names of God: Elohe Tishuathi
Elohe Tishuathi means God of my salvation. Deliver me from the guilt of bloodshed, O God, you who are God my Savior (Elohe Tishuathi), and my tongue will sing of your righteousness. Psalm 51:14
Fathers of the Bible: God, the Ultimate Father
The Lord God is the ultimate Father. He is the Alpha and Omega and creator of the world. Time and time again he refers to himself as our father, our loving and heavenly father. Jesus…
Hope in the Bible: Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene had been possessed by seven demons. She must have felt helpless and uncertain about her life, as total possession took over her. Then she met Jesus who healed her and provided her with…
Oh, What a Savior!
When I first heard “O What a Savior” it brought me to tears. Over a decade later, I still love to listen to and sing the song. It caused me to wonder about the origin…
Names of God: Elohim
Elohim means “My God” and means supreme one or mighty one. Genesis 1:1, “In the beginning [Elohim] created the heavens and the earth.” Elohim appears over 2,750 times in the Old Testament Help me, O Yahweh my Elohim. Save…
Fathers of the Bible: Joseph, the Chosen Father
Joseph is the earthly father of Jesus Christ, the Messiah. The name Joseph means may God add or give increase. Imagine his confusion when Mary, his betrothed, tells him she is expecting. An angel appears…
Uncertain Times: Stephen is Stoned
Stephen is a follower of Jesus and the first to die for his faith after Jesus ascended to heaven. He is one of the seven chosen by the disciples to care for the widows and…