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The prophesies of the Old Testament (“O. T.”) are many – both words of despair and judgment as well as words of Good News.  The word “rest” is used in both testaments and has a variety of meanings.  It was first used by God Himself during creation when on the seventh day “God rested.” (Genesis…

“O say does that Star-Spangled banner yet wave.” A popular line from our nation’s national anthem.  But did you know?  The Star-Spangled Banner actually has four stanzas?  Yes, Francis Scott Key penned these four stanzas in the middle of the Battle of Baltimore in September, 1814 during the War of 1812.  As I read through…

As I was reading my book, Reflection: Journey through the Psalms, I came across a quote from the prophet Isaiah in chapter 61 (pages 135-137). King David is the author of this lament-type psalm.  Regardless of the type, David restates his confidence in God as his “strong tower.”  This verse follows David’s request for God…

I met one of my mentors over forty years ago while I was serving as the executive director of our church.  It was during this timeframe that we were in the process of considering a new addition to our property to enhance our Christian education program. And during that process, I traveled to our corporate…

Our world contains many gods – man-made and those which we create – but there is only one True God.  This True God is the only god in the world with a purpose, at least one that is fulfilled! My notes in this writing were prompted by a recent reading in Scripture regarding the season…

T’was the night before Christmas, And all through the stable. Not a creature was stirring – awaiting the King. To be born of a virgin as God alone could bring.   And so, the Angel appeared to shepherds Announcing His birth. Come and see for it’s of great worth. With news of His arrival –…

As often happens, a personal note in my friend, the Bible, made me sit up and take notice.  What was it?  Well, it was a note that I made in 1984 by a pastor who served with me, and others, on a task force for our Lutheran High School in Indianapolis. It goes like this:…

I am a supporter and avid reader of Christian History.  I was introduced to this publication by my former pastor and mentor. In its most recent publication, Erasmus: Christ’s Humanist, I was intrigued by a statement in one of the articles about Erasmus’ friend, Sir Thomas More.  That article led me to one of More’s…