“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians 1:18, NKJV) When Jesus told His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised the… Read More The Wisdom of the Cross
Mr. Pendlebury left the hospital after spending a while with Antonia. She seemed to be improving although her face was thinner and pale. They wanted to keep her in for a little while longer for observation. He avoided any talk about Laird and Martina. He would never forget how scared he was when she had… Read More Mr. Pendlebury’s Tough Decision
“All set for Christmas?” Ruth asked Ben. They were in the smaller boardroom where they just had a conference call meeting. “Yes. We’re all set to go fly off to Santorini for a warm Christmas although the weather here has been balmy the last couple of days. Very strange for this time of year.” “Christmas… Read More Lunch, Exhibits & Dinner
The sun felt good in his face as he jogged on the bridge overlooking the river. He was in a really bad mood. Last night he hardly slept a wink. After leaving his mother’s place and got home, he called Natalia to invite her to come over to his place later. He had tried her… Read More Brody’s Resolve
Sister Riegel was making her rounds, checking on the girls in the dorm before retiring for the night. She was heading down the corridor when she noticed someone standing outside of Monifa’s room. It was another nun. She called out to her. “Sister.” The figure stood still but didn’t turn around. “Sister,” she called again… Read More The Mysterious Sister
“Please let us pass through your land. We will not pass through the fields or the vineyards, or drink of the water of the wells. We will travel the king’s highway. We will not turn to the right hand nor the left until we have passed through your territory” – Numbers 20:16, 17 Moses sent… Read More A Reasonable Request
Gina and Matt had just returned home from her cousin’s 10th wedding anniversary dinner. Matt was upstairs putting Cameron to bed. Gina was in the kitchen getting herself a glass of water. She was on her way up to the bedroom when she spotted Matt’s cell phone on the table. She walked over to pick… Read More The Cell Phone
She was sitting on the sofa when her mother led him into the living-room. He couldn’t stop staring at her. She looked exquisite. “Hello, Jabulani,” he greeted her quietly. “Hello, Doctor,” she replied. “Do you like my costume?” “Yes, I do.” “I’m dressed as a swan.” “Yes, a very beautiful swan.” “And you’re dressed as… Read More The Costume Party
At first, Boris was tempted not to pick up the phone when he saw that it was Cate. Grimacing, he grabbed the receiver. “Yes?” “Hi, Boris. It’s Cate. I’m downstairs in the lobby. I really need to see you.” He sighed. “I’ll be down shortly.” He hung up before she could say anything else and… Read More Cate Goes to Boris
Behind and above Pastor Williams hung a large projection screen with an image of Jesus with the heading, Christmas is About Jesus. “Christmas is not about Santa Claus; it is not about buying and exchanging gifts; it is not about having a big meal with your family. Christmas is about God’s love for mankind. John… Read More Christmas is About Jesus
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