A Social Media Christmas
In this video, we see the Christmas story played out on Facebook. At first, I thought it would be irreverent, but instead seeing the story from a new perspective makes it even more impactful.
Month: December 2010
Scripture for the Third Saturday in Advent 2010
Matthew 3:1-6 1In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the Desert of Judea 2and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” 3This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’ … Read more
Post #900
In the past four and a half years, I’ve typed drivel, brilliant insights, thought-provoking words, rants, musings, or you-fill-in-the-blank, then hit “Publish” 900 times. On my way to 1000!
Scripture for the Third Friday in Advent 2010
Matthew 1:18-25 18This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. 19Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public … Read more
Scripture for the Third Thursday in Advent 2010
Luke 1:57-66 57When it was time for Elizabeth to have her baby, she gave birth to a son. 58Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they shared her joy. 59On the eighth day they came to circumcise the child, and they were going to name him after his … Read more
Overcoming Writer’s Block
Web Design Schools Guide recently posted “20 Creative Ways to Overcome Writer’s Block.” I seldom struggle with writer’s block, especially now that my fiction-writing has been set aside for the time being. When I experience writer’s block in fiction, it’s usually because I’m stuck on where the story should go. Asking “what if” questions usually helps. … Read more
Scripture for the Third Wednesday in Advent 2010
Luke 1:5-25 5In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. 6Both of them were upright in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commandments and regulations blamelessly. 7But they had no … Read more
Scripture for the Third Tuesday in Advent 2010
Luke 1:26-38 26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with … Read more
Interview with Nancy Nicholson, LBSW
Today, we are talking to Nancy Nicholson, LBSW, about Help! What Do I Do Now? Caring for Your Loved One With Alzheimer’s. I’ve talked about the book before. First, let me say that I make no pretense of objectivity about this author and this book. Nancy is my baby sister, and I believe she’s just … Read more
Scripture for the Third Monday in Advent 2010
John 1:6-12 6There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John. 7He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe. 8He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light. 9The true light that gives light to … Read more