Oasis Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 34-39 Key verses: Isaiah 35:1-2 When I graduated from seminary I was excited to find a ministry in Dallas, Texas. It was the days of the popular “Dallas” T.V. show; I had always lived on the eastern side of the country and was ready for a change of scenery;… Continue reading Week 7 Friday
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Week 6 Friday
Staying On Path Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 29-33 Key verses: Isaiah 20:31 “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” One of the most common laments I hear people make is that they just can’t decide… Continue reading Week 6 Friday
Week 5 Friday
On This Mountain Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 23-28 Key verses: Isaiah 25:7 The church denomination in which I serve has a camp retreat center in Virginia. It’s nestled there in the mountains – and over the years – I have spent a fair amount of time there. Now, don’t let anyone fool you. Church camp… Continue reading Week 5 Friday
Week 4 Friday
Who’s Who Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 18-22 Key verses: Isaiah 19:11 It’s often said, “It’s not what you know; it’s who you know.” While that may be somewhat true – especially in the worlds of business and politics – an ancient prophet named Isaiah begs to differ. Back in his own day… Continue reading Week 4 Friday
Week 3 Friday
A Well Full of Grace Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 12-17 Key verses: Isaiah 12:2-3 It may seem like an odd place to find it. In the midst of prophetic doom and gloom, chapter after chapter of condemnation, comes a word of hope and grace. “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and… Continue reading Week 3 Friday
Week 2 Friday
More Than Candles Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 7-11 Key verses: Isaiah 9:2 Each year at our church there is one evening to which I look forward like none other – Christmas Eve. Nestled out in the countryside, on that magical night, our little white church shines brightly. Why? Because like so many other congregations we… Continue reading Week 2 Friday
Week 1 Friday
“Information Overload” Today’s scripture selection: Isaiah 1-6 Key verses: Isaiah 5:20-21 Never before has it been so easy, for so many, to collect opinion and fact about virtually any subject. And entertainment – some good, some bad, is just a swipe away. It’s all available at the touch of a button. Not long ago… Continue reading Week 1 Friday
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