“And surely I am with you always until the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:20b
A few nights ago, I received a sweet message from a dad, reminding me of this article that I wrote about his daughter almost 17 years ago! This precious girl is now in college! This story/photo will always be one of my favorite newsletters. I believe that it is absolutely worthy of a re-run during this Lutheran Schools Week.
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider Him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Hebrews 12:1-3
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.” Proverbs 3:5
Four years ago, after Jesus took my mom to Heaven, my sisters and I made a vow to get together once a year. With each of us living in different parts of the United States, this takes some intentional long term planning, and Winter Break has tended to work best for all of our schedules, that is until last weekend!
"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path". Psalm 119:105
With much Love,
The Staff of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and School
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
It was a college freshman’s worst nightmare; this story always comes to my mind as we approach the upcoming “Final Exam Week” for many colleges.
“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14
"How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!" Romans 10:15
If you are a Detroit Lions fan, I am sure that you spent most of last Monday saying to your friends and acquaintances, “WHAT A GAME!” Rallying from a 16 point deficit at halftime, the Lions tied the game during the second half, and with only four seconds left, Kicker Jake Bates won the game by kicking a 52 yard field goal! However, the most endearing highlight of this game occurred during his post game interview. When asked about his amazing kick, he stated, "I think it just shows how good the Lord is. He’s so faithful.
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of Mine, you did for Me." Matthew 25:40