Moriah, which means chosen by God, was where God had his temple built, for it was a place special and holy to him. It was also where he sent King David to offer sacrifices after his sin of taking a census (1 Chronicles 21). It seemed like such a small thing, counting the people, but DavidContinueContinue reading “Lessons on Surrender from Mount Moriah”
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Italy’s Autumn Harvest
Autumn in Italy! It’s the season for grape harvesting and winemaking, as well as olive gathering and oil pressing. Ah, this is autumn in Italy! And all of this takes place right in our own garden! My husband harvests our olives the traditional way. He picks them by hand, one by one. He probably wouldn’tContinueContinue reading “Italy’s Autumn Harvest”
Roman Summers, Anniversaries, and Going Places
Life is so changeable. Time never stands still. What exists today may not be there tomorrow, and one day it will certainly pass away. And that’s good. The good things – we’d like them to last forever. But imagine if the bad and negative things went on forever. What a nightmare! Time goes on. ThingsContinueContinue reading “Roman Summers, Anniversaries, and Going Places”
Always Successful
Filled with greatness, Psalm One calls us upward to live in such a way that we become like the person it describes, thereby succeeding in all that we do. But distracted by our responsibilities and pressures, we sometimes forget to stay near the stream of God’s living water. Blessed is the one who does notContinueContinue reading “Always Successful”
Italy’s National Anthem [Audio]
National anthems evoke many thoughts and feelings. They can inspire anything from healthy love of country to overly aggressive patriotism. Music has an extraordinary ability to ignite hearts and passions. And Song of the Italians, the national anthem of Italy, is no exception. Not being Italian, I can’t really say what the The Song of the ItaliansContinueContinue reading “Italy’s National Anthem [Audio]”
Inns and Hospitality in Bible Times
We can only imagine Joseph’s dismay when he found no room in Bethlehem. They ha to sleep in the stable, and with a baby on the way! It But iwas not because the famous infamous innkeeper, anonymous and always maligned, was inhospitable. It was because every home and inn was full. In Jewish culture, it wouldContinueContinue reading “Inns and Hospitality in Bible Times”