God's Highway Isaiah paints a beautiful picture of the Kingdom of God for those who are “redeemed." In verse eight, Isaiah says, “A highway will be there, called the holy way.” This verse really stood out to me; A way, a highway called the holy way, or God’s way. On God’s highway, we make our way to holiness by following His plan for His Glory. Then miracles happen, and our prayers are answered, and joy and gladness naturally follow. But, in the second reading, James instruct

It's here! It's here! Advent is beginning! Did we start our day with such exclamations of excitement? Did we run down the stairs as a child often does on Christmas morning with all of the anticipation of the packages and glitter to be found under a tree? Maybe we should have.  Today’s readings encourage us to go, rejoicing as we do, to the house of the Lord; to always be prepared for the unknown day and hour when our Lord will come.  Challenge yourself to seize each day of th

“Be watchful, be alert!” On this first Sunday of Advent, Jesus gives us a resounding message of hope - that our Savior is coming and that...

What does it mean to be pure in heart? Is it to be holy as God is holy, to seek to do what is right and be righteous? Is it to seek the...