Today’s Scripture reading: Luke 1:23–25 “You should be ashamed of yourself” is one of the most powerful combinations of words in the English language, both for good and for evil. At best, those six words shake people out of their … Continue reading The Antidote to Shame | Luke 1:23-25
Today’s Scripture reading: Luke 1:13–17 In Luke’s account of Christ’s birth, silence precedes singing. Zechariah and Elizabeth’s home was silent because they were childless. Zechariah’s mouth became silent because he doubted the angel’s good news. And Israel’s prophets were silent … Continue reading The Lord Is Gracious | Luke 1:13-17
Today’s Scripture reading: Luke 1:8–23 The singing season of Christmas begins in the silence of a childless home. It becomes even quieter with the doubts of Zechariah. While Zechariah is offering incense to God in the temple, an angel appears … Continue reading Struggling with Disappointment and Doubt | Luke 1:8-23
Today’s scripture reading: Luke 1:5–7 Christmas is a singing season. Its catalogue of music includes an A to Z of joyous, hopeful tunes, both sacred and secular. Every song from “Away in a Manger” to “White Christmas” finds its proper … Continue reading Silent Beginnings | Luke 1:5-7
