Author Archives: Jody Neufeld
“Life Isn’t Fair!â€
No where in the Bible does it say that my life here on earth, as a child of God, as a disciple of Jesus Christ, will be fair. And so it should be no surprise to me when life hands … Continue reading
A Witness – Me?
[Jesus said,] “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are … Continue reading
What Should I do? How Can I Help?
What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, … Continue reading
Roots that Overcome
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.†John 16:33 (NIV) Since I do not live in cave, I … Continue reading
There Must Be More
One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, on e of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.†Luke 11:1 (NIV) I believe that no matter how … Continue reading
Prayer
Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy on me, for in you my soul takes refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed. [Let’s see – ‘disasters’ in my life…yes, I … Continue reading
Dedicated Children of God
When the sacrifice had been offered, and they had eaten the meal, Hannah got up and went to pray. Eli was sitting in his chair near the door to the place of worship. Hannah was brokenhearted and was crying as … Continue reading
Where is your sting, death?
I receive emails from people every week who are struggling with questions about God and loved ones who are dying. During my experiences with losses I did not want to hear cliches or be told that I should just “have … Continue reading
Holy Week Continues…
When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on … Continue reading
Holy Week: Friday
When he [Jesus] had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.†With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Now it was the day of Preparation, and the next day was to be a special Sabbath. … Continue reading