Monthly Archives: April 2009

“And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing” (Luke 2:48).   The three day frantic search ends. … Continue reading →

“And when they found him not, they turned back to Jerusalem, seeking him” (Luke 2:45).   The more time that passed, the more frantic His parents would become. I can picture Joseph trying to stay calm and strong for Mary, … Continue reading →

“And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it” (Luke 2:43).   You may be thinking if Jesus was twelve why couldn’t He … Continue reading →

“And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast” (Luke 2:42).   There were three feasts that adult Jewish males were required by law to attend. They would take their families … Continue reading →

Up from the grave He arose with a mighty triumph o’er His foes. He arose a victor from the dark domain and He lives forever with His saints to reign. He arose! He arose! Hallelujah! Christ arose!     Rejoice … Continue reading →

Have you invited your friends, family, and neighbors to join you in celebrating the Risen Savior? PRAY TOGETHER: Georgia’s WAC Prayer Retreat is this coming weekend (April 17-18). Pray that God would empower missionary speaker Debbie Griffin.

“And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him” (Luke 2:40).   Before I begin my devotional thoughts for today, let us pause to remember why Jesus came to … Continue reading →