I love a good story with an intricate plot. If it has a good plot twist, so much the better. And if the plot twist is so sublime that I don’t notice it until well into the story, that’s when it’s the best. That was the case with the plot in Some Small Magic, by…
Coffee Break – 04.24.2017
On this day in history: In 1800, the Library of Congress was established with a $5,000 allocation. In 1833, a patent was granted for first soda fountain. In 1982, Jane Fonda’s first workout video was released. And in 1990, the space shuttle Discovery blasted off from Cape Canaveral, FL. It was carrying the $1.5 billion…
Memorize Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-17
In verse 14, Peter cites a passage from Isaiah 8:12. In this week’s passage, he uses the very next verse in Isaiah, but adapts it to his context, calling his readers to set apart Christ as Lord. You can see this passage in 1 Peter 3:15-17. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”1 Peter 3:15-17″] We need to remember…
Psalm 51
Perhaps one of the most beautiful expressions of redemption can be found in Psalm 51. In fact, this may well be one of the most beautiful passages in all of Scripture. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Psalm 51″] Psalm 51 is an expression of repentance. And it displays the possibility of redemption for those who are willing to…
Coffee Break – 04.10.2017
On this day in history: In 1790, the U.S. patent system was established when U.S. President George Washington signed the Patent Act of 1790 into law. In 1825, the first hotel opened in Hawaii. In 1849, Walter Hunt patented the safety pin. He sold the rights for $100. And in 1970, Paul McCartney announced the…
Memorize Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-14
As 1 Peter 3 continues, Peter gives some encouragement to those who suffer for doing what is right. You can see this for yourself in 1 Peter 3:13-14. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”1 Peter 3:13-14″] This idea of suffering for doing right is a common theme throughout this letter. Peter will revisit the idea of staying strong…