Posts with the category “the-twelve-days-of-christmas”

As we close Christmastide and prepare for the year ahead, I think reflecting on the Apostles’ Creed is a great way to get into the cadence for this coming year.  Read More

Just as pipers play their music to draw attention, the apostles carried the melody of the Gospel to hearts and minds, proclaiming peace, salvation, and the reign of God.   Read More

When we align our lives with His commandments, we experience the freedom and joy that come from living as He designed us to live.  Read More

The fruits of the Spirit are not things we achieve on our own—they grow in us as we surrender to God’s transforming work.   Read More

Humility and service are not always easy. In fact, I think it can be very difficult (Oh Lord, it’s hard to be humble, when you’re…).  Read More

This is a season to make resolutions that go beyond the superficial. Let us resolve to invite the Holy Spirit to guide us, to trust in His transformative power, and to lean into His grace.   Read More

Just as geese care for one another, God cares for us with an unshakable devotion.  Read More

The rings are a call to recognize the beauty of creation, to trust in God's provision, and to celebrate the eternal nature of His love.  Read More

The four calling birds invite us to remember that love, in all its forms, is at the very heart of our calling as Christians  Read More

December 27, 2024Merry ChristmastideOn the third day of Christmas, my True Love gave to me ...Three French Hens.The hens symbolize faith, hope, and love—three foundational aspects of our Christian belief. The Christmas song is believed to have originated in the 18th century, during a time when poultry, especially hens, were valuable assets for families. French Hens were particularly prized for the...  Read More

December 25, 2024Merry Christmas On the First Day of Christmas my True Love Gave to Me ... Two Turtle DovesI hope you had a chance to read yesterday’s (one day late) posting that kicks off this 12-day blog series. In that post, I explained what this blog series would be about and that I was going to avoid the old folklore and create my interpretation of the verses. Here we are on day two...The Sym...  Read More

Jesus is telling them – and us – that He will bring His peeps under His wing and protect us. That is a great way to begin our Twelve Days of Christmas!  Read More