Happy New Year! Better or Bitter…

Was 2021 really a good year? Or, would you call it an unlucky year for you? Are you really looking forward to 2022 with hopeful anticipation, eager to explore new opportunities? Come on, let’s be honest, do you really want to be better or bitter in this New Year?

New Year’s Traditions

Many New Year’s traditions that we take for granted actually date back to ancient times. This year, ring out the old and ring in the new with a tradition or two, making a lot of noise, from fireworks to gun shots to church bells seems to be a favorite pastime around the world.

How Has Jesus Affected Your Life?

In a Roman province, in the town of Bethlehem, there was a humble birth. The young, new parents had no idea how much their baby boy's birth would one day affect the entire world. In nearly every country, and in many languages, His words would reign supreme.

Holiday and Hurricane Seasons Can Be Similar

With the holidays in full swing, it is a joyous time of year for most people. But let's not forget those who are in the grieving process at the moment. Let's stop and take some time to remember that this is probably the most difficult time of year for those who have lost a loved one.

Family Discussions

Arnold smiled to himself as he looked in the store window at the Christmas displays. He had spent plenty of time working on the displays and he really needed help, but the displays looked pretty good. He hoped someone would see the “Help Wanted” sign that had been placed in the corner of the window.

“Oh, Wow, Ya’ll Have Christmas!”

Ever had a three-year-old appear on your front porch with dazzled little eyes in a glowing face and pipe up, “Oh, wow! Ya’ll have Christmas!” I’m sure you have, and we did, too. Our tiny grandson had come visiting us for the holiday, and he was excited.

“The Great Rescue Plan”

Okay, so you are not a Miss America, hiding out in blue jeans. And you, sir, will never be the world’s next millionaire, with shoulders wide enough to make you have to slide sideways through the doorway. But you are YOU.

What Will You Get For Christmas?

The young woman was sitting in the church building. They were singing familiar Christmas carols right out of the song book. The very first song caused her to review her life and then shut down in her mind. She became numb to what was going on around her. How did God see her?

Christmas favorites

Christmas is an exciting time of year where children are waiting for Santa and his eight tiny reindeer. The streets are lit up like bright shiny stars and wreaths are hung all around.

Holiday and Hurricane Seasons Can Be Similar

Hurricane season begins June 1st and ends around November 30th. It can be a time when storms rage, winds blow and one which causes fear and dread from those in its path. (I find it interesting that hurricane season ends around the time the intensity of our grieving can really kick in, i.e.