What Am I?
In these blog posts, I’ve been writing about who Jesus is: Life, Way, Truth, Good Shepherd, Door, Bread of Life, Light of the World, Savior, LORD. But who am I? What am I? What gives me the right to teach … Continued
Who Do You Say I Am?
Besides the many I Am statements of Jesus, other people said significant things about him. Perhaps the most significant was Simon Peter’s testimony: Some time … Continued
I Am the Alpha and Omega
“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” (Revelation 1:8 NIV). Later, toward the end of Revelation, Jesus says, “I am the Alpha and the … Continued
Who is Christ?
I like making lists. I feel so organized when I can list things that belong together or have a strong connection with each other and with me. I also admire others who can do this. In my research this week, … Continued
I Am the Bread of Life
Bread lines during America’s Great Depression (in the 1930s) often reached all the way around a city block. Men would stand in line even in freezing weather for up to eight hours to receive a bowl of soup and a … Continued
I AM the Good Shepherd
Jesus’ “I AM” statements continue to bring comfort. He said: . “Before Abraham was, I am,” (John 8:58). (i.e. He is eternal.) “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it,” (John 1:5.) “I … Continued
Jesus said, “I AM the way…”
“And your ears shall hear a word behind you saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” (Isaiah 30:21, NKJV). Recently, I drove to Minneapolis to visit my sister and her husband. I thought I knew the way, but I … Continued
Father’s Day Praise
Happy Father’s Day, everyone. (Especially Fathers) This is a song I wrote several years ago to honor my Father God on Father’s Day. Now I Will Soar (A Father’s Day Praise Song) 1. Father, Heavenly Father! I lift my heart … Continued
Remembering
Remembering happier Tulip Festivals, shared with Paul.
Spring is Here! Tulips prove it.
A week ago, I noticed three tulips had blossomed in my flower garden. Within a couple days, several more. And soon, tulips were blossoming all over town, just in time for the annual tulip festival. On a couple of days, … Continued