Isaiah 40 is often referred to during this season as an indication of how far in advance Jesus’ arrival was foretold as the Word Made Flesh.

Luke 1:79 “Because of the tender mercy of my God, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon me.

Luke 9:1-6-Jesus instructs us to be open and ready; to provide open hearts to receive as well as to give. 

Reflection on Malachi 3:13-8-Words of frustration or despair expressed by the people to the prophet of God seem to echo through the years.

We may not find ourselves in a physical prison, but certainly many have found themselves bound mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

What would you be willing to leave behind to uncover wisdom that could change your life? In Luke 11:29-32 Jesus advises to do as Queen Sheba

Away from home on Christmas, Bronwyn reflects on Psalm 90 and the Israelites 40 years in the wilderness.

Reflect on 2 Peter 3 and how we can live lives of purity and peace in the midst of global crises.

Reflect on Psalm 25 with Rev. Julia Styles and use the honesty of lament to connect with God.

I am happy to announce that Prayerful Reflections: A Daily Devotional for Advent 2024 is available to download for free or read on the blog.

We may seek guidance from others, but true wisdom is achieved when we can hear our inner voice.

Proverbs 8 says that Wisdom calls out to us, and Understanding raises her voice on the hilltop, along the road, and at the city gates.

Romans1:1-5 Suffering is a part of the human experience on this planet. As much as we try to avoid pain and suffering, it seems to find us.

Read Acts 2:29-33 Reflect using your imagination, picture the Israelites of Acts 2 celebrating Pentecost… All of a sudden they heard a...

In John 16:12-15, Jesus tells his disciples that he would be leaving them, but will send the Holy Spirit in his place.

Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed...

A Lent Reflection for Holy Saturday, March 30 by Jessica deLinde Dyckman Lectionary reading for 03/29/2024: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 • Psalm 22...

Have you ever felt that God has forsaken you? The first two verses of Psalm 22 are a cry of utter despair, expressing this very feeling.

A Lent Reflection for Maundy Thursday, March 28 by Jennifer Andersson Lectionary reading for 03/28/24: Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14  • ...

Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles.