Scripture: Mark 12:41-42 Jesus sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. Thought for the Day: Maria Teresa Palmer wrote an article entitled, “Small Changes” (Christian Century), in which she challenges the traditional view of the above story. The
Scripture: Proverb 22:4 The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thought for the Day: If you’re not a college football fan, you may have missed the Michigan vs. Michigan State game on Saturday. It is a great in-state rivalry, and it looked as if Michigan had the game won. On the last play of the game, Michigan chose to punt,
From a Member of Cypress Creek Christian Church Scripture: Isaiah 57:19 I will comfort those who morn, bringing words of praise to their lips. May they have abundant peace, both near and far, says the Lord, who heals them. Thought for the Day: What awesome words of reassurance, that no matter what happens, God will be there to help us! When we are in the valleys, He is
“I will create reason for praise: utter prosperity to those far and near, and I will heal them, says the Lord.” ~Common English Bible A Few Thoughts from some of the Faithful at Cypress Creek Christian Church ~From Peggy Fuss There can be no authentic praise, without peace and no true peace, without pardon and compassion. The mystery of the Holy Spirit is made evident through our human
Scripture: Isaiah 14:4 I will heal their disloyalty; I will love them freely, for my anger has turned from them. Thought for the Day: The Prophets often spoke against the sinful and unjust ways people acted, and though they invited people to repent, the people rarely did what they are invited to do. In the end, people and nations suffered the consequences of their choices. Yet in the
Scripture: James 2:18 But someone will say, “You have faith and I have works.” Show me your faith apart from your works, and I by my works will show you my faith. Thought for the Day: Many of you have seen the news story about the church in New Hartford, New York, where two boys were beaten during a “spiritual counseling session.” One of the boys has died
Scripture: Isaiah 57:18-19 I have seen their ways, but I will heal them; I will lead them and repay them with comfort, creating for their mourners the fruit of the lips. Peace, peace, to the far and the near, says the Lord; and I will heal them. Thought for the Day: In these couple of verses, their ways are compared to The Way of God (vs. 14). Yet
Scripture: Psalm 62:1-2 For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall never be shaken. Thought for the Day: As I’ve said many times before, Anne Lamott is one of my favorite authors. One of her quotes that I recently discovered says: Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for
Scripture: Psalm 98:4 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises! Thought for the Day: I’m excited! Now I don’t break forth in a joyous song like the old TV series Fame, which of course, included complete strangers knowing the choreography and perfect harmonies. With that said, I feel a song of praise in my heart as I
FROM: A Member of Cypress Creek Christian Church Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ. Even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in His eyes. Thought for the Day: God