Category Archives: Jewish History/Culture

Lord Willing and the Creek don’t Rise

Lord Willing and the Creek don’t Rise
This folksy saying made its way into my mind and vocabulary from a beloved High School teacher. It’s a great reminder that we may make our plans, but God is ultimately in control. I need that reminder because I get frustrated when things go awry in my schedule. But it is good exercise for my…
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Tomorrow … and the next

Tomorrow … and the next
When you look ahead, whether it’s to a new year, decade or a new day, are you anxious? Or are you hopeful? Our feelings come and go based on what we believe the future may hold. We are influenced by our current situation as well as our past experiences. So let’s hold on to what…
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A Savior Born

A Savior Born
A Savior has been born … Luke 2 A Savior has arrived - but saving us from what? I often want Jesus to be my knight in shining armor. I want Him to rescue me from whatever peril I may be in at the time or deliver my loved ones from pain that may have…
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Peace on Earth

Peace on Earth
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. Luke 2:14 I know there is a perfect peace that is coming, but I sometimes forget He came to give us peace now, here on earth. The angels declare the arrival of this Peace with the birth of the Christ child.…
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