One Good Thing.... Episode 97: Finding Light in the Darkness

New Article: Thanksgiving in Real Time

Thanksgiving weekend means that many of us will spend time together with family and friends, eat a lot of food and think about what we are thankful for in our lives. Unfortunately, after that, most will go back to their normal routines and leave thankfulness behind. What would happen if thanksgiving were part of our everyday life, rather than something we focused on a few times per year? Where would we even start? According to Philippians 1:18-26, the apostle Paul remained joyful and thankful, even while imprisoned for his faith, by holding on to three important practic...

Darkness to Light (Colossians 1:9-14)

Our transition from lost to found is a gift of God. It is because of God’s grace and Jesus’ sacrifice. However, our growth in that new life is at least partially our responsibility. So, what needs evaluation? Where should this growth begin? What does it look like to walk in the light? Colossians 1 highlights three starting spots. https://youtu.be/1nWWWj4awh8

Do You See the Angel?

In the gospels, the story of Jesus’ birth is preceded by the prediction of the birth of “John the Baptist”. John’s father, Zechariah, was a priest at the temple in Jerusalem. One day, while he was burning incense to God, the angel Gabriel appeared to him and said, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John” (Luke 1:13). This was surprising news to Zechariah and so he asks, “How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well along in years” (verse 18). That is a logical question, right? I mean, he is asking for a sign so that he can believe something that seems quite unbelievable. Who would fault him for that? ...

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