For Zion’s Sake – January 2019

Do you have New Year's resolutions? I'm not big on making resolutions, as most do not last more than a couple weeks. However, I am a goal-setter, as goals seem to motivate me throughout the year to press on in following the Lord's guidance. For me, goals may change and new ones definitely arise during …

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2019: A Challenge for the New Year

Happy New Year, friends! As we launch a brand new year, may we all commit anew to live with expectation of the coming of our Lord, and to live out our days in the calling God has given us. Each of us is called to various acts of service, specific to the talents and gifts …

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Developing: President Trump in the Middle East, Additional Israeli Airstrikes in Syria

President and Mrs Trump visit American troops in Iraq In the midst of Christmas week, action continues in the Middle East. Not only did Israel launch additional airstrikes on Iranian positions in Syria, President and Mrs Trump made a surprise visit to troops in Iraq. Overnight Israeli strikes targeted advanced GPS-guided missile shipments from Iran, …

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Celebrating the Birth of a Jewish Carpenter: The Father’s Masterpiece

Yesterday we discovered the purpose bestowed upon the Jewish Carpenter.  Our Savior, Jesus Christ, was born for His Father’s purpose, and became a Master Carpenter.  But, I bet Joseph himself was a very skilled, master carpenter as well!  He taught his Son the finer details of the trade, as well as the importance of excellence …

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