Behind the Doxology: Gloria Patri
The Gloria Patri is another doxology sung by many denominations from the Catholics to the Orthodox to the Presbyterians and Lutherans to the Methodists and Baptists. This is often referred to as the Lesser…
Behind the Doxology: Gloria in Excelsis Deo
“Gloria in excelsis Deo” is a doxology based on the words the angels sang to the shepherds. {Luke 2:14} “Gloria in excelsis Deo” is often referred to as the Greater Doxology. {Gloria Patri is…
Sisters in the Bible: Mary and Martha, Faithful Sisters
Mary and Martha were the sisters of Lazarus and dear friends of Jesus. They exhibited both jealousy and true faith in the little we know about them from the Bible. “Martha and Mary were quite…
Suffering for Others Sins
When I discovered I had to move, I was angry. I paid my rent every month on time. I was moving not because of something I did, but because of something the owners did.…
Faithful Heroes: A. W. Towzer
A.W. Tozer was a prolific author whom we often hear about as a great Christian and author. But, who was he? Aiden Wilson Tozer was born on April 21, 1897 in La Jose {now Newburg},…
Being Abused Is Not for the Weak
When I was being abused I was constantly told that I weak. When my husband found me reading my Bible or praying he would say, “you can’t do that. God doesn’t want to hear from…
Behind the Doxology: Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow is a popular Doxology in the protestant church. The song was often sung as a blessing when the offering was returned. But, what is a doxology? The word…
Daughters in the Bible: Salome, the Patsy
Salome is a daughter who struggled to please her mother, regardless of the sacrifice or what it cost others. Let’s set the scene. John the Baptist has been arrested. Herod is reluctant to kill him…
When God Shuts a Door
I shared with you about God maneuvering a situation where I had to move. The news was a complete surprise and I left no stone unturned in attempting to discover the unexpected story that…
Faithful Heroes: John Wesley
John Wesley is considered the father of Methodism. However, his religious training began as a young child under the tutelage of his mother, Susanna. John Wesley was born on June 18, 1703 in Epworth, England.…
Faithful Heroes: Charles Wesley
If you enjoy reading my hymn stories, you will recognize the name Charles Wesley. He wrote hymns such as Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, Love Divine All Loves Excelling, O for a Thousand Tongues to…
Taking Our Need to the Lord
In my abusive situation, I began to see the truth behind his lies and actions. As I turned my situation over to the Lord, I grew strong and began to stand up for myself. I…
Behind the Song: Getting Used to the Family of God
Getting Used to the Family of God is another Gaither song that I often love to sing along with The Family of God. While the titles of these songs are similar, they are two very…
Daughters in the Bible: Esther, a faithful cousin
Esther was a faithful cousin and adopted daughter to Mordecai. Their relationship is important, because with his guidance, he helped her to save the Jewish people. Mordecai had a cousin named Hadassah, whom he had…
When God Pushes Us Out of Our Comfort Zone
On more than one occasion I have asked the Lord to work and then questioned, doubted and debated when He took his time. Sometimes we want the Lord to move and other times He…
Faithful Heroes: Susannah Wesley
Susanna Wesley is considered the Mother of Methodism. John Wesley and Charles Wesley are two of her 19 children {9 of whom died in infancy}. Susanna Annesley was born on January 20, 1669 in England.…
Struggling to Let Go
Letting go is not easy. Even after a bad situation, when we want to let go, it is often easy to hold on to the past. After all, this is what is familiar. This is…