Author Archives: LauraMac

“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet you also should wash one another’s feet.” John 13:14  First-century foot washing was anything but glamorous. Feet in Bible times became crusty, cracked, and calloused, both from wearing strapped-on … Continue reading →

More than a few of us may be too young to remember these popular 1967 lyrics from the Youngbloods:   Come on people now, Smile on your brother, Everybody get together, Try to love one another  Right now. I have … Continue reading →

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles;they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be … Continue reading →

You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word. Psalm 119:114 What does God’s Word mean to you? Is it an old book with truth for another era? Is it filled with wisdom that … Continue reading →

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope … Continue reading →

The moment we begin a relationship with Jesus, we have HOPE. Hope for eternity on that day. But also hope for peace and joy and a life that matters on this day (which is a particularly poignant and appropriate observation … Continue reading →

“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.”Philippians 4:13 When we read “I can do this,” it may bring up an image of Rosie the Riveter — jaw set, muscle flexed, and polka-dot scarf secure. The tough Rosie … Continue reading →

But I will sing of Your strength;in the morning I will sing of your love;for you are my fortress,my refuge in times of trouble.Psalm 59:16  We all struggle with feeling like doing something versus choosing to do it. Because we … Continue reading →