Behind the Song: Whatever it Takes
Surrendering everything to the Lord and be willing to do whatever it takes to get there is difficult. I’ve both experienced and heard stories of the struggle to get to this point to state “Whatever…
Uncertain Times in the Bible: Noah and the flood
We all know the story of Noah’s ark, but why did God destroy the earth? “The Lord saw how great the wickedness of the human race had become on the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts…
Eyewitness to Easter: Doubting Thomas
Upon the arrest of Jesus, the disciples disperse and only John mentioned at the cross and crucifixion. We don’t know where the other disciples were or if they were watching from afar, which seems likely.…
Behind the Song: On Eagle’s Wings
Father Jan Michael Joncas was returning from a meal with his friend, Doug Hall, when he discovered Hall’s father had died of a heart attack. Father Joncas longed to find a way to console his…
Names of God: El Aman
El Aman means faithful God. Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep…
Eyewitness to Easter: Thomas, Does Not Understand
We have been discussing Thomas and his role as a disciple of Jesus. The second time we hear Thomas speak is after Jesus has been preparing them for what’s to come. “Do not let your…
Behind the Song: Holy Ground
Have you ever had an experience where you felt you were standing on Holy Ground? Moses was told “Do not come any closer,” God said. “Take off your sandals, for the place where you are…
Names of God: El Emunah
El Emunah means The Faithful God. Numbers 23:19 tells us “God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do…
Eyewitness to Easter: Thomas, Willing to Die with Jesus
Thomas is with Jesus and the rest of the disciples. In John 11, receive word that Lazarus is dying and to come quickly. The disciples are worried about Jesus and do not want him to…
The Seven Deacons: Nicholas
Nicholas is the last of the deacons selected as mentioned in Acts 6. The name Nicholas is Greek and means victorious over people. He came from Antioch and the book of Acts states he converted…
Hope in the Bible: Jesus Raises from the Grave
We all need hope and the greatest hope comes in Jesus Christ. He provided hope for his followers when he rose from the grave. The other day, we discussed how uncertain times were for the…
Behind the Easter Hymn: They Could Not
They Could Not is an inspirational song sung by Sandi Patty, which reminds us they could not keep Jesus in the grave.The popular Easter song was written by Ron Harris and Claire Cloninger. The song…
Uncertain Time in the Bible: Death of Jesus
We are living in a very uncertain time at the moment. We have a pandemic affecting the entire world. My mind thought to other uncertain times we find in the Bible, as well as promises…
Names of God: El Elyon
El Elyon means Most High or the Most High God. Deuteronomy 26:19 New International Version (NIV) 19 He has declared that he will set you in praise, fame and honor high above all the nations he has made and…
Eyewitness to Easter: Thomas, the Disciple and Twin
We’ve been viewing the Eyewitnesses to Easter and have discussed Mary, Mary Magdalene, Peter, John and Judas view points so far. Thomas was one of Jesus disciples and an eyewitness to his ministry, arrest and…
The Seven Deacons: Parmenas
Parmenas is listed as one of the Seven Deacons. The name Parmenas is Greek and means that abides or is permanent. He is believed to have preached the gospel in Asia Minor. Parmenas was said…
Behind the Hymn: Beneath the Old Olive Tree
Neath the Old Olive Trees is a hymn I discovered only a few years ago, from a dear friend. The song was written by Baylus Benjamin {or B.B.} McKinney. The song was published in 1929…
Names of God: El Elohe Yisreal
El Elohe Yisreal means The God of Israel. “The mighty God of Israel,” an altar of Jacob
Eyewitness to the Crucifixion: Judas, Regrets His Actions
Judas has betrayed Jesus, who has been arrested and taken to trial and execution. He has been led away with great triumph and taken to stand before Pilate. 3 When Judas, who had betrayed him, saw that…
The Seven Deacons: Timon
The name Timon is Greek and means to honour or to esteem. Timon is listed in Act 6:1-7 as one of the seven deacons. Timon was said to have been a Hellenized Jew who became…