Nancy C. Williams

“The four living creatures, each having six wings, were full of eyes around and within. And they do not rest day or night, saying: ‘Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!’” (Revelation 4:8) I was an angel once…sort of…. During our church’s Vacation Bible School one year, my task was to dress up as…

“I thank God, whom I serve with a pure conscience, as my forefathers did, as without ceasing I remember you in my prayers night and day…” (2 Timothy 1:3) My cellphone rang just as I sat down to write this week’s devotional. It was our son, excited to share his good news about a job offer. Wow! What an unexpected…

“He will not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” (Psalm 112:7) It’s snowing in Tennessee! The first beautiful snowfall in our area is happening right now, and I’m loving it! Of course, I’m indoors and warm, watching sledders go down a hill nearby. My husband is baking chocolate chip cookies…

“…Let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands for us….” (Psalm 90:17) As 2024 gets rolling, I’ve noticed lots of folks have chosen their inspirational “word for the year”—impressive mantras like perseverance, imagination, or explore. I didn’t have any great ideas for myself until I ran back across Psalm 90:17 (see above).…

“Lord, lift up the light of Your countenance upon us. You have put gladness in my heart, more than in the season that their grain and wine increased.” (Psalm 4:6-7) January is here, and the party’s over.1 Christmas decorations have come down, sweets are gone (especially if you’re starting a diet), and retail shelves are bare. It’s back to…