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...

https://youtu.be/idtyqFSx75g Scripture: Luke 1

 Why The Gospel Still Matters John 3:16, NRSV & MSG    NRSV: 16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.  MSG: 16 "This is how much God loved the world: He gave his...

https://youtu.be/xkc8r9B6jAs Scripture: 1 John 4:1    

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...