Can we have joy in COVID? The answer is yes and no. We might have joy during COVID, but our joy is not IN COVID. Our joy is in Christ! That’s a message Isaiah wanted us to know in Isaiah 55. I’ve never actually heard hills singing or seen trees clapping, b... Read More »

Glory to God in the highest And on Earth peace, goodwill toward men. If you’re anything like me, you find yourself caught in the web of constant busy-ness. Despite my protestations to the contrary, I clearly believe (at least according to my actions) that aw... Read More »

Most of us have had it with cancellations connected to this year’s COVID-19 crisis. For far too many, this year has been a season of postponed plans, delayed dreams, and skewered schedules. Whether the cancellation of a favorite football team’s game or the... Read More »

Luke beautifully weaves four hope-filled canticles (songs) into his first two chapters: Mary’s praise (Magnificat 1:46–55), Zechariah’s Prophecy (Benedictus 1:67–79), the Angels’ song (Gloria in Excelsis Deo 2:14), and Simeon’s prayer (Nunc Dimitti... Read More »