Joseph, takes his family to Egypt
Last week, we looked at the parents of Jesus taking him to the temple where Simeon blesses God. Matthew picks up the story of Jesus and his parents. The Wise Men have just departed from…
Rejoicing with Music
Today we wrap up our series on the power of music. I wanted to share tips on how God tells us to rejoice with music.…
His Kind of Love: Offer Hospitality to One Another
Hospitality was NOT a gift I was blessed with. Not when I think of hospitality as being a hostess. I know I will never measure up when I compare myself to two very dear friends that have…
Preparing for Change
In just a few days we will ring in a New Year. With a New Year, arrives new hopes, new dreams, new resolutions, and new promises. Whether you make resolutions or not, we all hope…
Joseph, takes Jesus to the Temple
Joseph witnessed the birth of Jesus and saw the magnificence of the angels and shepherds arriving to worship the Christ child. The next mention we have is of the parents taking the child to the…
What the Bible Says About Music
As we wrap up our series on music next week,let’s discuss what does the Bible say about music? Ephesians 5:19 “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your…
Merry Christmas
Enjoy two of my favorite Contemporary Christmas songs about Jesus below. Merry Christmas!
The Twelve Months of Christmas by Barbara Sybil
This beautiful poem was written by my friend, Barbara Sybil. She reminds us to keep the Spirit of Christmas around the year. Thank you for sharing with us, Barbara! The Twelve Months of Christmas…
His Kind of Love: Show Kindness and Compassion
I had an individual I interacted with daily that was rude and very frustrating to deal with. I dreaded seeing this individual. But,God laid it on my heart to begin praying for her. I did…
The Joy of Family
Today we will have the Christmas party for our residents. The day will be full of good food, music, presents and a visit from Santa. However, the best part of the party isn’t just for…
Joseph, Witnesses the Birth of Jesus
Last week, we discussed the angel appearing to Joseph and he was obedient to take Mary as his wife. We now switch over to the book of Luke for the next part of the story.…
Benefits of Playing an Instrument
I began playing the piano at the age of four and have been a vocalist for decades. I’ve seen the positive benefits to both of these through the years. Whether I’m stressed, depressed,…
Behind the Christmas Song: Sweet Little Jesus Boy
Sweet Little Jesus Boy finds it’s roots in the African-American spirituals. The song was written by Robert MacGimsey. According to legend, MacGimsey left the midnight Christmas Eve service he’d been attending that cold night in…
His Kind of Love: Love is a Choice
I had a very painful situation occur several years ago. The love I felt for a friend was not returned. When he rejected me our friendship ended in a very dramatic and painful way. Gary Chapman…
Finding Joy in Christmas
At work we had seven trees to put up this year. Decorating a nursing home is no simple task and I am thankful I don’t have to decorate alone. I have volunteers that come in…
Joseph, the Obedient
Last week we discovered how righteous of a man Joseph was. He decided that he would quietly put Mary away privately. However, God had a different plan he was about to reveal to Joseph. In…