My post on Advent Bible study generated the following comment: i sometimes have free time at my work and sometimes i try reading the bible but a lot of it is hard to understand and follow. Maybe i should just skip the old testament… you have any tips for reading the bible effectively? Although I … Read more
In my post about National Bible Week, I mentioned briefly that I have signed up for a four-week Advent Bible study: Christmas Incarnation. The study starts this week, and I thought some of you might be interested. We get so busy during the “holiday season” that sometimes the real meaning of Christmas gets lost or … Read more
I give thanks for my many blessings, including my family, my church family, my blog family, and the privilege of earning a living doing what I love. MOST gracious God, by whose knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew; We yield thee unfeigned thanks and praise for the return … Read more
Thanksgiving week has been recognized as National Bible Week since 1941. Designed to raised the nation’s interest in the value and importance of reading the Bible, it is the perfect kick-off to the religious holiday season. I read the Bible daily (well … almost daily, but if I miss a day, I try to catch … Read more
Today on Clergy Appreciation Day, I would like to express my appreciation for three special clergymen who have blessed my life at All Saints Anglican Church. Fr. Jerry Sherbourne came to All Saints when he was still in seminary. He was ordained – first as a deacon, then as a priest – at All Saints and … Read more
I just finished an excellent Bible study of Hebrews with Pastor Ralph Wilson of JesusWalk. I’ve taken several studies from Pastor Wilson and also enjoy them and learn a lot. Since health challenges make it difficult for me to participate in the Bible studies at my church, I appreciate these online studies. The next study … Read more
“They lifted their voices to God with one accord…” -Acts 4:24 Almighty God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Together with believers all over the world, we gather today to honour and glorify Your Name. We bow before Your throne and acknowledge that You are the Creator of heaven and earth. There is no one … Read more
Christian Carnival “Big Numberâ€, ahem, Number CLXXIII is now posted is now posted at Pseudo-Polymath. Several posts are on a similar theme that the Gospel is good news … but NOT news to make us prosperous or comfortable. Other great entries cover a range of interesting topics. [tags]Christian Carnival, blog carnival, Christian[/tags]
The Global Day of Prayer is Pentecost Sunday, May 27, 2007. Events will be held in more than 200 countries around the world. The ten days between Ascension and Pentecost are 10 days of prayer to prepare for the global event. If you would like to participate, you can download a 10 Day Prayer Guide … Read more
Christian Carnival CLXXII is posted at Crossroads: Where Faith and Inquiry Meet. You’ll find more than two dozen posts that are thought-provoking, inspiring, interesting, and well worth reading. [tags]Christian Carnival[/tags]