The message of Psalm 46 has always been current information. The very week I’m writing this, it still speaks with authority and brings comfort, hope and encouragement. Whatever swirls around us, we can remain confident because Jesus Christ has already Continue Reading →
This delightful little song can lift tons of burden off our backs if we’ll let it remind us how huge salvation is compared to whatever worries trouble us. Please enjoy a sing-along listen, and come back for more. Prophets of Continue Reading →
One reason we love the record of Daniel and the lions’ den is that it teaches us about real peace, real power and real life. These were very real for Daniel. They can also be very real for each of Continue Reading →
I heard a radio ad offering a service they said would replace my fear with peace. Their plan for peace is to show me how to get my money in order so I would be set financially for the rest of my life. The peace that comes from knowing we will have what we need is, indeed, wonderful. The trick is to see that not all peace is the same. To compare the peace that comes from a healthy bank statement with the peace that Jesus brings is to compare the light that comes from a candle with the light that comes from the sun. We can benefit from both kinds of light, but we must see how they are different. Continue Reading →
Must we repeat ourselves? Sometimes it would be a mistake.Other times it is our highest privilege.Please enjoy this song, and come back for ideas on improving our skills as teachers and as learners. 💓😊 Toilet training in less than a Continue Reading →
Today’s troubles will not go on forever. God promises that better days are certainly coming. Through the years, this well known song has encouraged many not to quit by reminding them of that wonderful home we look forward to. Continue Reading →
Can we talk about sin? I ask because our song, “Joy Joy Joy“, raises questions.
In about twenty seconds, this song — a “kid’s” song at that — manages to CONNECT God’s revealed love, a ringing heart, a bubbling heart, a well-directed life heading ever closer to heaven and TEN joys ALL with THIS ONE THING:
“My sins are all forgiven.”
“Peace Like A River” is a likable song for both young and old, easy to learn and sing. The lyrics are simple, but not trivial. Please enjoy this video, then come right back and we’ll unpack some of the delightful depth carried by this bright tune. Continue Reading →
Here is a fun break-the-ice / call-and-response song you’ll love to have in your songleading tool kit. It uses “me first, you second” imitation to get the group into the song instantly. The song is like clean blue jeans — Continue Reading →
This song is the kind of cheerful decoration you’d expect to find in the living room of a joyful, thankful, healthy mind. It is a wonderful song to have bubbling in your heart as you go through the day. Continue Reading →
