Category Archives: joy

How does God rejoice? Read Luke 15 and notice the joy described. Anyone who has ever lost something precious can relate to these parables. When the lost sheep is found, the owner does not keep it to himself: “Rejoice with … Continue reading →

I had an interesting two-part conversation with a young man last week. First, he told me how much God had blessed him and his family the past few years. “Tears come to my eyes nearly every time I think about … Continue reading →

“Did you not know I must be about my Father’s business?” (Luke 2:49) The twelve-year-old Child asked his parents this question after they had been looking for him for three days. Surely Jesus realized that the business of a mother … Continue reading →

“Within you is the spring of life. In your light, we see light.” Psalm 36:9 I was surprised last week in a faculty meeting when my co-workers presented me with a stack of notes of encouragement, and gathered around me … Continue reading →

The angel said to the shepherds: “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is … Continue reading →