Nancy C. Williams

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” (Romans 12:2) Out with the new, in with the old! Um, wait…we’re in a new year. We’re supposed to take on new challenges to achieve new growth, new…

“For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” (2 Corinthians 4:6) It’s the day after Christmas…Boxing Day, as the Brits, Canadians, and others call it. It used to be a day…

“For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Is it not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?” (1 Thessalonians 2:19) Joy. Is it on your Christmas list this year? If you search the internet for “where to find Christmas joy,” you’ll turn up some interesting results—Walmart and Target, for instance, and online streaming…

“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15) Are you stressing out over last-minute shopping this season? Do you have difficult-to-buy-for people on your list? Are you strapped financially right now? All three? With Christmas less than two weeks away, it’s easy to get caught up in the last-minute flurry of shopping…

“Then the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.’” (Luke 2:10-11) My husband and I just came back from West Virginia where we…