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When ancient people gathered for the winter solstice, most likely food was part of the celebration. In medieval Europe, the feasting may have ended with something sweet—a dessert. During the Middle Ages, butter, sugar and lard were expensive items reserved for...
Also, I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. Isaiah 6:8 KJV Dear Lord and Savior, Did the Father ask you this same question the prophet Isaiah heard? Did you answer the same way Isaiah...
Despite this century's materialism and commercialization, the Christmas season has a unique wonder and power. If we believe Jesus, the Light of the world is the reason to celebrate his birth when the longest, darkest nights begin to yield to the increasing daylight,...
Thank You, Lord for the gift of choice. This is a precious thing You have given all humanity—the ability to choose. When I gave my life to serve You, this gift remained in my hands. You wanted my heart for love, not to control. I decide whether to live my...
The poem “Over the River and Through the Woods”, originally titled “The New-England Boy’s Song about Thanksgiving Day” by Lydia Maria Child was first published in 1844 in a children’s poetry book, and later set to music. At that time, Thanksgiving was a holiday...
Did you know that the author of a poem about a little girl and her lamb was also a major influencer and advocate for Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Her name was Sarah Josepha Hale (1788-1879). During her lifetime, Sarah was an author, poet and editor for...