Category Archives: Devotions

Give Up

Jesus came to earth, giving up His reign and heavenly throne.Jesus was born into the tribe of Judah, giving up the ability to serve in the temple.Jesus was laid in a manger, giving up being crowned an earthy king.Jesus trained … Continue reading

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Leadership A, B, C’s

At a park recently, I watched siblings playing “Follow the Leader” while going down a slide. Forward, backward, feet first, head first, legs dangling over one side, even s-l-o-w m-o-t-i-o-n! As one led, the other followed. An excellent example of … Continue reading

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Directions, Please

A few years ago, I made it clear, please do not give me digital gifts. Technology is not my forte. Well, this year I relented and asked for headphones, not realizing I would get a fancy Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo … Continue reading

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Live Like a King

In the legendary time of King Arthur, the British king hosted his knights, including Sir Lancelot, around the famous Round Table. Of course, he also lived in a palace and defeated barbarians in numerous battles. Real-life kings and queens have … Continue reading

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REWARD Offered

Open your mail and find ads for rewards on credit cards. Turn on the news and hear rewards offered for those who help solve crimes or provide vital information on prison escapees. I receive reward points on groceries toward discounts … Continue reading

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Whoever … Forever

Who ever heardOf a builderBecoming a building?(That’s ridiculous!) A writerBecoming a word, a sentence, or book?(That’s weird!) A bakerBecoming a cake, cookie, or donut?(Mmm.) Then, why on earthWould the CreatorOf the heavens and earthBecomeA created being? Why wouldThe Almighty God,King … Continue reading

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Sound the Blast

Back in the day … of Moses, waaaaay before internet, long, slender, silver trumpets were used to call the community or leaders to gather. These instruments were also used to signal the tribes of Israel to move forward from their … Continue reading

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Return to Sender

Wasn’t it delightful to give gifts this holiday season? Were they received with a smile, a twinkle in the eye, excited giggles, and/or joyful gratitude? Or, was a gift handed back to you? Did anyone absolutely refuse to receive the … Continue reading

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Hark!

“Hark, the herald angels sing …”Hark? Listen carefully, pay attention, focus, hear and consider. Listen up, shepherds:  Your Messiah was born today in Bethlehem. You will find Him wrapped in cloths in a manger. (Luke 2:11-12) Listen, Mary:  You have … Continue reading

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Prepare Him Room

Joy to the worldThe Lord has comeLet earth receive her KingLet every heart prepare Him room … Let’s pause right there and focus on that last line from the Christmas carol Joy to the World. I do ‘prepare a room’ … Continue reading

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