I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians… Read More
This little light of mine, I’m going to let it shine. part 4
“You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on… Read More
Philippians 4:11-14 Gradual journey to joy
Is my joy growing? The answer to that question indicates the condition of my heart. Philippians 4:11-14 (The Message) Actually, I don’t have a sense of needing anything personally. I’ve learned by now to be quite content whatever my circumstances. I’m just as happy with little as with much, with much as with little.… Read More
How is a Christian like a lizard? part 3
“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.” (Psalm 1:2, NIV) How is a Christian like a lizard? Psalm 1:2 is a clue. Still don’t know? A lizard is a cold-blooded reptile that can’t make its own body heat. Instead, it depends on energy… Read More
Philippians 4:11-14 What does it take?
Do my circumstances determine my level of contentment? Or can I say, with Paul, that where I am, what I have, my state of health, … none of that really matters because God is with me? I can be on the mountain top or deep in the mucky shadows; I can experience feast or famine;… Read More
The world is noisy!
The world is noisy. All day long we get it from every direction: “Look at me!” “Can you believe that nonsense?” “This is the best!” “He’s not one of us.” “Buy now, pay later.” “The sky is falling!” “You deserve the best today.” “Am I my brother’s keeper?” “Whatever makes you feel good …” Take… Read More
Music makes the story come alive
In an extended trailer anticipating the latest remake of Les Miserables (coming out in December—can’t wait!), the director and actors talked about a unique technique used in the filming of this musical. Instead of the actors meeting in a studio to record the songs before the movie is shot, and then trying to match up… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 