Monthly Archives: April 2009

“And Joseph and his mother marveled at those things which were spoken of him” (Luke 2:33).   The scene of Simeon in the temple holding Jesus in his arms is a precious one. Simeon not only pronounced blessings but he … Continue reading →

“And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord” (Luke 2:22).   According to Jewish law, Mary had to wait forty days, for … Continue reading →

“But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart” (Luke 2:19).   When I thought of this verse, I pictured Mary taking some “me” time after Jesus’ birth. So much was happening. By the time the shepherds … Continue reading →

“And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn” (Luke 2:7).   The people of Nazareth were not going to … Continue reading →

“Pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Remember the saying, “When all else fails, pray.” Isn’t that backwards? Shouldn’t we pray first? Then we shouldn’t worry about failing; just let God take care of His part. We, as Christians, often get things … Continue reading →

 “If you refuse to take up your cross and follow me, you are not worthy of being mine. If you cling to your life you will lose it; but if you give up your life for me, you will find … Continue reading →

“And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord” (Luke 1:46).   Read the passage Luke 1:46-55. These verses constitute what is called, “Mary’s Magnificat.” This is taken from the Latin words, “Magnificat animum mea Dominum” meaning “my soul magnifies … Continue reading →