Monthly Archives: March 2015

Matthew 12:14  “The Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus.” It is very difficult to grasp that Jesus is the C0-Creator of the universe and one with his Father in all things. We human beings might find … Continue reading →

Spring is special around our house. These aconites and violet crocuses in Jane’s garden set the heart to singing – what amazing beauty, an invitation to adore the Lord of all beauty, Jesus, whose death and resurrection dominate this weekend.

Matthew 12:1 “At that time Jesus went through the grain field on the Sabbath.” You will recall that his disciples plucked some grain and ate it – on the Sabbath!  Horrors. According to their laws, strict Jews did not thresh … Continue reading →

That sister of mine, 101 years old March 20, is showing off her catch in Florida. Twila always was a conqueror!  Her trophies are impressive. Her victories over so much in life are a hundred times more so than this catch. … Continue reading →

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”  (Jesus)  Can I imagine Jesus saying, “Come to me all you successful and fulfilled people, you fortunate satisfied human beings.  I am … Continue reading →

Matthew 11:25 “You have revealed them to little children.” Matthew and his disciple friends heard Jesus praying in light of the fact that people generally were astonished by his miracles but refused to believe that he is God in the … Continue reading →

A sure sign of the coming of Easter at our house – Anna Ruth dips her peanut butter eggs into lush brown chocolate. Mmm.

Matthew 10:19 “At that time you will be given what to say.” I stand in awe at this point. Is this true? In times of intense trial, especially, the Lord will, in a mysterious sense, speak through us. This needs … Continue reading →

Matthew 10:17 – 20 “Evil people will capture you and question you – even flog you. Just suffer silently, waiting for your time to give your witness – even before rulers and ‘Gentiles.’” (Pharaphrase) This is, as I think of … Continue reading →