In the example of Mary and Elizabeth, we realize the need for Spirit-filled friends.
Tag: advent
Joseph’s part in the nativity narrative is marked again and again by obedience.
It’s safe to say that Joseph was sore afraid long before his angelic visitation.
Mary didn’t understand but she was more than willing to obey.
Elizabeth holed up with God for five full months. She hid herself away in His love; letting Him address all her fears, confusion, concerns and ultimately her reproach.
Don’t give in to the temptation to weigh your life before eternity steps on the scale.
“Let the morning bring me word of Your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in You. Show me the way I should go, for to You I entrust my life. Rescue me from my enemies, Lord. I hide myself in You. (Psalm 143:8-9…
“Just then a woman of the village, the town harlot, having learned that Jesus was a guest in the home of the Pharisee, came with a bottle of very expensive perfume and stood at His feet, weeping, raining tears on His feet. Letting down her…
“Prepare for God’s arrival! Make the road smooth and straight! Every ditch will be filled in, every bump smoothed out, the detours straightened out, all the rut paved over. Everyone will be there to see the parade of God’s salvation.” (Luke 3:4-6 MSG) Somewhere along…