There are so many different kinds of foods listed in the Bible, but the one that Jesus chose to describe Himself is the “Bread of Life.” I have to admit, I thought He would say grapes or any type of fruit for that matter. Fruit is sweet, moist, and so very yummy. But bread? BreadContinue reading “Why Jesus Called Himself the Bread of Life”
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Why I Love the Bible
There are so many reasons why I love the Bible, the Word of God. This blog is a place where I provide little posts that take no longer than a cup of coffee to read through. And I would need to take an immense amount of time to explain all of my reasons. So IContinue reading “Why I Love the Bible”
Approaching God: Child or Boarder in Prayer?
This morning was a typical morning. I got the children off to school for the day. My husband got ready, and then he set off to work for the day. And I began my normal routine for the day. God, in usual fashion, touched me in a way that continues to transform me in myContinue reading “Approaching God: Child or Boarder in Prayer?”
Strength in Trials: God’s Assurance Through Isaiah
Have you been struggling to keep your focus on God and off of the turmoil that is going on around you? Have you been distracted by the chaos that is happening in the news and the experiences of those around you that you forget about the awesome power of God and His goodness? Everything seemsContinue reading “Strength in Trials: God’s Assurance Through Isaiah”
“Let Us Be Called By Your Name”
During my daily reading, something jumped out at me. I was reading Isaiah on Thursday, which so happens to be the day that I read the prophets in my reading plan. And I came to a passage in the fourth chapter of Isaiah. It reads as follows: And seven women shall take hold of oneContinue reading ““Let Us Be Called By Your Name””
Broken
Last Thursday, my son was playing basketball with his friends at the local park. He was running around, dribbling the ball, and making buckets. This guy was just having a good time with his friends. Then, just as he was cross checking an opponent, he tripped on a crack in the pavement and down heContinue reading “Broken”
Understanding Humility: A Biblical Perspective
Yesterday, I woke up with a massive headache. And if you know anything about me, you know that I do not let pain stop me. I have intense pain throughout my body on any given moment of the day. However, today, the pain was nearly unbearable. I still went to my morning “Christian Formation” classContinue reading “Understanding Humility: A Biblical Perspective”
The Fear of the Lord: The Key to Wisdom
Where to begin? Isn’t that the question most of us have when we are looking to increase wisdom and knowledge? We look at the pile of books at the library or book store, or we search the seemingly never-ending list of topics with which to learn on the internet. If we are honest, most ofContinue reading “The Fear of the Lord: The Key to Wisdom”
Seeking More of Him
Going through the “Read-the-Bible-in-a-Year” reading plan allows me to glean little nuggets that I have passed over in the past. And I find that it is so fruitful to simply and prayerfully read without focusing on a specific subject other than getting to know God more. Reading His Word and sitting with Him allows usContinue reading “Seeking More of Him”
True Doctrine Leads to Right Living
Walking the paths of life can be difficult and treacherous. It can also be uplifting and exciting. There are curves, bumps, twists, and turns. The scenery can be calm, chaotic, serene, and tragic. The unknown of each step meets us with every event we go through. But the biggest question I have is, “how doContinue reading “True Doctrine Leads to Right Living”
Coffee with Candee 