Navrata Celebrations

Glory … Gone

In the vision Ezekiel reveals to us in these verses, we see a dramatic, sad event. After a terrible slaughter of those who embraced idolatry, God’s glory leaves the temple ... first moving from the holy of holies to the entrance and eventually up above the cherubim and the spectacular whirling wheels. Imagine a world without God’s glory. Imagine the hopelessness, anarchy, chaos ... and be thankful he is still patient and not willing that any should perish.

Prayer: Father God, make me especially conscious of your presence today. Thank you for your patience with and compassion for me. Even though I’ve failed you so often, still you continue to admonish, correct, discipline, and encourage me. Help me to see again your glory and your awesome holiness today. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Finally … Justice

If you have neither money nor connections, you are vulnerable. You can't buy protection; you have no power or influence. No one cares. Except God. The Psalmist reminds us that God is the ultimate arbiter of justice and fairness. When He stands up for the poor and helpless, the abusers and exploiters have cause for serious fear.

Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to share your concern for justice and protection for those in our society who are most vulnerable. Forgive me for times I've overlooked injustice glaring me in the face. Help me to see the world through your eyes and to be your hands and feet here and now in this country. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Not Just Positive Thinking

Fifty years ago a number of speakers and pastors promoted the idea of positive thinking. While it may be better than negative thinking, the Apostle Paul reminds the Christians in Galatia that the true Gospel is much more than that. It's revolutionary. It's life changing. It's double-edged, separating right from wrong.

Prayer: We confess, Heavenly Father, that we all have a tendency to make your Message different from what it is. Forgive us for substituting our own feelings, interpretations, and biases into your Truth and thereby making it confusing or misleading for the unsaved. Give me clarity of speech and a humble heart as I share your 'good news' today. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

We’re ready for launch! A huge shoutout to my team at who made this insane cake of Artemis 1 for , at . Also a special thank you to for allowing us to bring the cake up to the launch pad for this once in a lifetime picture! 🚀

Cookie activity 🍪⭐️🎄😍❤️ @ Nantucket, Massachusetts

How my love for baking started....

A sweet bakery with a view Sweet rows of culinary delights -- fresh doughnuts, giant cookies and tempting pastries filled with cream and topped with jellies and fruits -- line up to greet customers each day Sweet Tooth Bakery.