Advent

The actual word “esteem” only appears less than a dozen times in most English translations of the Bible. Many synonyms for this human need for personal worth can be found in the scripture texts like this morning’s readings where humbleness before the Lord is encouraged. Daniel 10:10-12, 15-19 A hand touched me and Read more

The third level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is for love and social belonging. These Bible readings proclaim how we, who hear and understand God’s word, belong to him. Isaiah 44:1-5 “But now listen, Jacob, my servant, Israel, whom I have chosen. 2 This is what the Lord says— he who made you, who formed Read more

Time Magazine chooses for Women of the Year those who “have made significant impact in their respective communities and fields, from activism and government to sports and the arts.” The scripture lessons for today describe how women who the world may overlook are the ones who have God’s favor. 1 Samuel 1:10-11, Read more