Author Archives: David

To Please My Father

Posted on June 17, 2018

Jesus described his relationship with his Father. “The one who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what pleases him” (John 8:29). My father was skilled in all things carpentry, plumbing, electrical, … Continue reading →

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My Father’s Blessing

Posted on June 16, 2018

Isaac called his son Esau to come to him. Old, sensing his life was fading, this father said to his son, “Prepare me the kind of tasty food I like and bring it to me to eat, so that I … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the Resurrection

Posted on April 1, 2018

“There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone. The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you are … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the Tomb

Posted on March 31, 2018

“Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut out of the rock. He rolled a big stone in front of the entrance to the tomb … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the Cross

Posted on March 30, 2018

“They brought Jesus to the place called Golgotha (which means The Place of the Skull). And they crucified him” (Mark 15:22, 24). God loves humankind with a love the depth, the cost, and the unselfishness of which I cannot fully … Continue reading →

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A CHRISTMAS PRAYER–Lessons from Sully

Posted on December 24, 2017

Originally posted on Journey through the Shadowlands:
A baby in the manger. The Son of God come in the flesh. We ponder the wonder. We seek to understand his impact on our lives. A baby born with leukemia. My grandson…

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Christmas Gifts for Your Children

Posted on December 22, 2017

Originally posted on Journey through the Shadowlands:
Children add something so special to this season. I have precious childhood memories of Christmas. How precious are the memories, even more so, of our own children and Christmas. Now the grandchildren. As…

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