“Out of Chaos” by Jason Edwards
Genesis 1:1–2:3 “And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (Genesis 1:3). Scripture tells us that at the outset of creation, the earth was formless, void, darkness covered the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. The Hebrew phrase translated “formless and void is “Tohu […]
“Peace Returned” by Sue Wright Advent Devotional 2020
PREFACE How do you measure peace? For instance, peace on Earth? Would you require—as if it could ever happen—all 7.822 billion people who populate the world lay down their arms and join hands in the greatest soda pop commercial ever created? Peace on Earth almost equal to the one promised in Heaven? Or being skeptical […]
“Peace Returned” by Sue Wright Advent Devotional 2020
PREFACE How do you measure peace? For instance, peace on Earth? Would you require—as if it could ever happen—all 7.822 billion people who populate the world lay down their arms and join hands in the greatest soda pop commercial ever created? Peace on Earth almost equal to the one promised in Heaven? Or being skeptical […]
“Peace on Earth” by Jason Edwards
In Eugene Peterson’s paraphrase of Philippians 4, Paul offers these words: “My dear, dear friends! I love you so much. I do want the very best for you. You make me feel such joy, fill me with such pride. Don’t waver. Stay on track, steady in God” (Phil. 4: 1, MSG). These words resonate deeply. […]
“Thankful for Communications” by Neita Geilker
“Hello, Grandmother,” came a sweet voice over the phone. Over a thousand miles away, but very distinct and clear. I am so grateful for a variety of connections that allow me to feel embraced by my distant family. When both our children departed for distant locations—Emily to the US Virgin Islands and Eric to Charlottesville, […]
“Paradox” by Kim Halfhill
As we pause this week for Thanksgiving and then move into Advent, the paradox of 2020 is not lost on me. In the midst of grief and fear, there have been moments to celebrate and memories to cherish. Hope and disappointment, feelings I’m holding feelings side by side. And honestly, I don’t quite know what to make of it all yet.