‘I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.’  Psalm 4:8 (NIV) One of the reasons that Jesus’ presence in our lives is so important is because of His gift of peace.  There is nothing like it.  There is no pill, ...

‘Good will come to him who is generous and lends freely.’ Psalm 112:5 (NIV) I attended the funeral of a close friend’s brother yesterday.  I have never met her brother, but what I learned of him impacted me in a way I had not expected.  Words spoken took my breath. ...

‘Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another.  Forgive as the Lord forgave you.’ Colossians 3:13 (NIV) Unrest seems to be just about everywhere today.  People are stirred up about their particular causes and many go further than necessary to promote them.  Others don’t ...

‘Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.’ Proverbs 31:30 (NIV) Beauty is everywhere around us; in nature, in sound, in experiences, and in people.  We should be able to identify and enjoy the very essence of beauty, in all ...

‘Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving; make music to our God on the harp.’ Psalm 147:7 (NIV) Thanksgiving is not all about the Pilgrims.  Well, the holiday is.  But true Thanksgiving began a long, long time before the Pilgrims crossed over the seas.  It began with God’s creation. ‘In the ...