I chose the above painting of the parable of the 10 virgins for this post because I want to encourage us all to consider whether or not we are ready for the times we live in. Â Like the five foolish virgins who slept and were unprepared, I am concerned that many Christians in the US …
Thanksgiving In our Hearts
Happy Thanksgiving!  The day is finally upon us- it's thanksgiving!  A great day- a day that we can set aside for the LORD our God with thankfulness of heart!  Indeed, most of all, thanksgiving is a condition of the heart. Isaiah 29:13 Then the Lord said, “Because this people draw near with their words And …
Thanksgiving Grace & Joy
Thanksgiving is a time to realize grace and express joy to the Lord for His provision. It is also an attitude from which overflows humility, gratitude, and immense thanksgiving because of the abundant provision that He has made for us.  We stop to reflect on the grace of the Lord shown to us. Thanksgiving (the Holiday) …
Thanksgiving Hope
The harvest represents not only the fruit of our labors, but also the seed of our hope. We have a harvest because we labored to plant the seeds of our future in the hope that God would send the rain and provide the sun in just the right proportions that we might gather in due …
Thanksgiving: God’s Kindness!
It’s coming up to my favorite time of the year: Thanksgiving! Of all the American Holidays, this is my favorite (hands down). I love its history and I love its celebration.  I certainly respect that there are other holidays, such as Christmas and Easter, intended to celebrate Christ, they have also been more thoroughly commercialized …
