Joseph’s side of the Christmas story begins in Matthew 1:19 with these words: And Joseph (Mary’s) husband, being a righteous man, and not wanting to disgrace her, desired to put her away secretly. I’ve thought a lot about Joseph…
Last week, I was asked to speak at a women’s Christmas event. It was meant to be an outreach to women in the community who might come to celebrate the season in a lovely location, whereas they might not…
As I’ve been reading the book of Matthew, I’ve been trying to keep in mind that this disciple is writing to the sons and daughters of Abraham. He wants them to KNOW Jesus was the Son of God, the…
I am such a random thinker; it’s why I titled this blog “Just a Thought.” I can’t really ever be trusted to stay in focus, since my ADHD brain simply skips all over the place. So, this morning, what’s…
I’m up at 2 AM. This is ridiculous. My mind is clogged with random thoughts. As I list them on paper (my way to unclog the brain-constipation), I see a repetitive word. It’s the key to why I’m awake.…
When I think of a day of fasting, I often equate it with doing nothing but sitting home and praying. Praying is important (and I get that it goes hand in hand with fasting), but when I just pray,…
We’ve just arrived back in Colorado after our two-month road trip. In reflection, I think this trip may have been more of a spiritual field trip in preparation for something the Lord is trying to teach me. I’m asking…
And whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance in order to be seen fasting by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full.…
As I’ve said, practicing righteousness is foreign to my nature. It’s why I have to practice, and practice, and keep on practicing. Forgiving others is one of those exercises I will have to work on….a LOT! It just isn’t…
Jesus-Followers practice righteousness. There are a few particulars we seem to need to practice more than others. Jesus gives us some specific instruction, as well as reminders that he understands as long as we’re dwelling in our earthly, fleshly…