If your pattern is to closely examine small chunks of Scripture — and you never zoom out to see the Grand Story — you may miss out on the staying pattern of our faithful God. Matthew West’s song “The God Who Stays”...
When Paul speaks of “power” in the New Testament he is referring to the supernatural active power available from God. We often want God to assign us power to keep moving ahead rather than operating in the power available through abiding...
So many times we lay our lists at the feet of the Father, asking for what we need (because He tells us to ask). Unfortunately, sometimes what we really need isn’t obvious to us. We The Kingdom’s song “Holy Water” celebrates...
There are several examples in Scripture where God literally fought for His people — they just had to stand still and watch. What were the characteristics of the people God fought for? Riley Clemmons’ song “Fighting For Me”...
There is so much new about a new year. We make new goals and resolutions, and this year we’re even embarking on a new decade! While a new year brings a fresh slate of days to try new things, let’s make sure we’re making progress...
We celebrate the arrival of Jesus Christ as a baby at Christmas. However, He’s slated to arrive again. I wonder if there is anything we can learn from those who eagerly expected Christ’s arrival the first time? Anna Miriam Brown’s...
It’s hard to adore someone you don’t really think about. River Valley Worship reminds us in their song, “Adore You,” that “unto us a child is born.” This is something Isaiah first foretold, and his words are...
What a name our Savior was given! Emmanuel – God With Us. Names in the Bible held great significance, and this one was no different. How exactly did God choose to BE “with us?” He arrived as a baby! This week we use Matt...
It’s the most wonderful time of year — and the best time to pull out your Bible and read the Christmas story! Casting Crowns inspires us to do just that through their song “It’s Finally Christmas.” We are reminded that...
How could I miss that? The answer is usually because I’m not paying attention. Dennis Jernigan’s song, “Thank You, Lord,” might not be a new worship anthem, but it gives us a great structure to linger in some areas of...