Jesus told people why he came into the world. There are several layers to his purpose and goal; he described his mission several different ways. One is what he said in John 10:10: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” The […]
HE REMEMBERS
A story based on Luke 17:11-19 The old fellow is tired. His name is Ephraim. The day has been long and hard… and real good. All of his family – children, grandchildren, and a few cousins – came to his place for a big get together. Of course his wife is there, too. Lots […]
Thanksgiving proclamation
Here is an explanation of Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation for the nation “to set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.” As the President mentions, the country was embroiled in the Civil War, yet he recognized the blessings […]