Today we are going to take a stroll into the Old Testament and compare some interesting connections with the New Testament. The story of our Bible in it’s entirety is something each of us need to practice often––taking, soaking and learning from both the Old Testament and the New Testament. For, the Old Testament foretells the joyous news of our coming Savior which we see in the Gospels. Every single word in the Old Testament scriptures points to Jesus. Not one iota is sluff or extra or extraneous to our reading as the Bible in it’s whole. Though some may … Continue Reading »»
Sarah Martin
How did you do with the journaling and prayer prompts yesterday? Did you love it? Did you not love it but did them anyway? I hope so! Thank you for humoring me. :) Seriously, there is something to be said for using more than one of our senses (using our eyes and our hands) to interact with Scripture as we take time and effort to write out God’s Word. Let’s jump in today…this is a heavy one so get ready. Today’s Scripture reading: Genesis 3: 14-15 **From THE VOICE translation Advent Reading*** God (to the serpent): What you have done carries great … Continue Reading »»
Bold Declarations. During this Advent may we be bold. May we declare God’s Awe and Wonder at every turn of our day. Something in me excites at the idea that I know what I believe. But, am I willing to boldly declare it? ~Declare it in my personal journal for my eyes (and Jesus!) to see. ~Declare it in my deep thoughts. The thoughts that drive my attitude and demeanor towards others. ~Declare it in my heart. The place, the root, where outpouring of faith begins. ~Declare it with my spoken words. This is tough. What will people think when … Continue Reading »»