In just a couple of weeks, we will turn our clocks ahead one hour. Living in the Northeast in the winter puts many people into hibernation, but soon we will awaken to the sound of summer songbirds returning home, to green vegetation, and the vibrancy of new life that comes with the Spring. Some of us, I fear, have been hibernating for the past 2 years, but the future is filled with hope. Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy…
To Independence July is a great month, long sunny days (I hope) and heat. This month though is known for July 4th our Independence, fireworks, BBQ’s and the like. Have you ever looked at the meaning of Independence? It means freedom from control. As I think of it, so does the Cross. We are free from the control of our sinful nature. Romans 6:11b (NIV) “count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” We have a…
May Flowers Dear Church Family, They say April showers bring May flowers, I can’t wait. Have you ever considered the role flowers play in May? There are more flowers sold in May than any other. Why? As the ad goes “nothing says I love you more than flowers.” Mothers all over this world will receive flowers to say I love you. Flowers also say “we will always remember”. Memorial Day is set aside for that purpose. Dedicated to our fallen…
Easter is coming; it’s much later than usual this year and that’s fine with me. I much prefer a late Easter especially living in New England since celebrating Easter with snow on the ground just doesn’t feel right to me. Yet, even though the date of Easter changes each year, one thing always remains constant. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Heb 13:8) His resurrection from the grave defeated the powers of Satan, the world, and…