Month: January 2023

“As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him.” Matthew 3:16 The Holy Spirit comes in the form of a dove. Where else have we seen the dove in Scripture? … Continue reading “Salt and Light”: Matthew 3:16 | The Dove →

“I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire." Matthew 3:11 The hurt that we inflict on other people – the hurt we inflict on ourselves – comes … Continue reading “Salt and Light”: Matthew 3 | Fire Sale →

"This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham:...." Matthew 1:1 "Who are your people?" It's a question that involves your family tree: "Well, I come from Cubies and Hobbs's..." Now, if you haven't already, consider the unexpected people named in Jesus’ family tree (Matthew 1:1-17): Rahab – … Continue reading “Salt and Light”: Matthew 1 | “Those Are Your People?!” →

"The people walking in darknesshave seen a great light;on those living in the land of deep darknessa light has dawned. You have enlarged the nationand increased their joy;they rejoice before youas people rejoice at the harvest,as warriors rejoicewhen dividing the plunder. For as in the day of Midian’s defeat,you have shatteredthe yoke that burdens them,the … Continue reading “It’s Still Christmas…” →