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Light and Joy

We often associate light with joy. July 4th celebrations are a classic example. We turn out by the thousands to watch the fireworks and light our own fireworks at home. All this is done to celebrate our nation’s birth. At Christmas, lights are lit nearly everywhere, offering joy to the onlookers and lighting the wayContinue reading “Light and Joy”

This Is Who God Is

God’s Word tells us that those who trust in Him will spend eternity in celebration. In this eternal celebration of God, we will sing words like those spoken in Revelation 15:3-4: “Great and amazing are your deeds, O Lord God the Almighty! Just and true are your ways, O King of the nations! Who willContinue reading “This Is Who God Is”

Redeem

When I was little I used to love to collect soft drink bottles and take them to the liquor store. At the store, they would give me money in return for the bottles. Then I would promptly spend my earnings buying candy. This process is called redemption. All of us were lost without hope, livingContinue reading “Redeem”

Finding Our Way

Most mornings, I am out walking before dawn. Of course,  this means that I am walking in the dark.  Fortunately, I do have the lights of the moon, street lamps,and passing vehicles. Some light is necessary for me to safely find my way. Life is like that, in that we can use some light toContinue reading “Finding Our Way”

Earning Rewards

Sometimes we are presented with the opportunity to earn rewards. We put in significant effort and time to do what is required, only to find out it was not enough and we don’t receive the reward. It can be devastating and is always discouraging, sometimes to the point of not wanting to try again. PsalmContinue reading “Earning Rewards”