Archive for 'Blessings'

The Real Treasure

Matthew 13: 44-46 Jer 15:10,16-21 / Psa 59 The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. (Matthew 13:44) The hidden treasure that we seek Needs but few moments of our time, To read of Whom the prophets speak, Our Savior Jesus, Lord sublime. “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in [...]

The Soundest Investment

Matthew 6: 19-23 2 Kgs 11:1-4,9-18,20 / Ps 132   For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.  (Matthew 6: 21)   We are blind to the real treasure If the wealth of this world is our goal; We will find the cost beyond measure If it should mean the loss of [...]

Mary and Elizabeth

Luke 1: 39-56 Zep 3: 14-18a / Isa 12 My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! (Luke 1:46) Mary had endured much difficulty If only to bring the Good News; May her example of humility Lead us to her Son, Christ Jesus. At that time Mary got [...]

Pity the Rich

Mark 10:17-27 1 Ptr 1:3-9 / Psa 111 It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God. (Mark 10:25) What worth are all the world’s treasure If in the end I lose my soul? Strive for the prize beyond [...]

In His Name

John 16: 23b-28 Acts 18:23-28 / Psa 47 Amen, amen, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in my name He will give to you. (John 16:23b) To life’s trials we may not be immune, Even as God’s promises we claim; But whatever blasphemers may impugn, Have faith in the power of His [...]

Walking on Water

John 6: 16-21 Acts 6:1-7 / Psa 33 “It is I. Do not be afraid.” (John 6:20) When troubles bring us to the brink Of despair, And we begin to think Life’s unfair; But just before we sink God is there… There was no need to fear. When evening came, His disciples went down to [...]