“Before the Lord Disappears from Our Line of Sight” By Rev. Anthony L. Trufant Scripture: Luke 24:50-53 NRSV: 50 Then he led them out as far as Bethany, and, lifting up his hands, he blessed them. 51 While he was blessing them, he withdrew from them and was carried up...

I have gained more weight during Covid, mainly because I was indoors more than outdoors. However, I did so at a much deeper level because the foods I ate, especially the sweets, helped me manage my anxiety and stress. At the time, I did not focus on the consequences...

Isaiah 9:6, MSG: For a child has been born — for us! The gift of a son — for us! A friend of mine and his wife are expecting a baby. He is excited, and rightfully so. However, I've tried to ask him to temper his excitement and euphoria with some brown liquor -- no...

Scripture: Galatians 4:16-17a (NRSV) “Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth? They make much of you, but for no good purpose;” The Apostle Paul is writing to the church at Galatia, which is one of the churches he planted. There is controversy over the...

https://youtu.be/3T3FCtCcTFk Scripture: Proverbs 16:16