Hope Wanted

I am writing this on a cold and still dark morning in Wisconsin.  We have officially made it past the day of the year with the least sunlight, but it’s hard to tell on this morning.  We have made it to Christmas again.  Each year Christmas is a time that causes me to reflect, as… Continue reading Hope Wanted

Lifted Up

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles they will run and not grow weary;     they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:29-31… Continue reading Lifted Up

My hope is built…

Thursday April 1st This week we will hear a number of familiar passages, about Jesus betrayal, death, and resurrection.  We have heard these stories so often that we can find ourselves glancing over them.  They become common, normal passages of scripture.  Turn with me to John 13 and 14.  In John 13 Jesus celebrates the… Continue reading My hope is built…