Day 11:Boldness “But even after we had suffered before and were spitefully treated at Philippi, as you know, we were bold in our God to speak to you the gospel of God in much conflict.” 1 Thessalonians 2:2 . Boldness [bohld] adjective . 1. not hesitating or fearful in the face of actual or possible […]
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The 12 Days of Thanks Giving: Day 7
Day 7:Redemption “He has sent redemption to His people: He has commanded His covenant forever:” Psalm 111:9 redemption [ri-demp-shuh n] noun an act of redeeming or atoning for a fault or mistake, or the state of being redeemed. deliverance; rescue. atonement for guilt. repurchase, as of something sold. recovery by payment, as of something […]
The 12 Days of Thanks Giving: Day 1
Day 1:Light “And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” John 1:5 light1 [lahyt] noun 1. the medium of illumination that makes sight possible 2. mental understanding or spiritual insight 3. the radiance or illumination from a particular source: 4. a person who is an outstanding leader, […]
12 Days of ThanksLiving
Introduction Thanksgiving: noun a public celebration in acknowledgement of divine favor or kindness. A day set apart for giving thanks to God Thanksgiving, the forgotten holiday, is sandwiched between two holidays which have become focused on receiving. Giving thanks seems to be a leftover attitude from a bygone era. Is thankfulness no longer an important […]
Scripture Prescriptions: Thankfulness by Mary Kane
“In all things, give thanks.“God commands us to give thanks in all things. It’s easy to give thanks for the blessings, for the beautiful things, for the lovely things. But what about the hard things … the blessings in disguise … can we give thanks for the hard things? To cultivate the habit of thanksgiving […]