The name Smyrna is associated with the word myrrh…and how appropriate that name was for the suffering Smyrna church. Myrrh is an incense or spice known for releasing its beautiful fragrance…after it is crushed! The believer’s in the city of Smyrna (modern Izmir, Turkey) were not having an easy time. They suffered persecution for their faith. This is a true… Read more →

THE LIFEBOAT STATION, by Theodore Wedel On a dangerous seacoast where shipwrecks often occur there was once a crude little lifesaving station. The building was just a hut, and there was only one boat, and a group of devoted members who kept a constant watch over the sea.  Many lives were saved by this wonderful little station, so that it… Read more →

A 7-year-old girl was helping her mother prepare for dinner, when the mother asked her to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomatoes. The girl said she was afraid to go in there because it was dark. The mother told her it was okay, as nothing was going to hurt her because Jesus was in there… Read more →

Sight-seeing and coming upon a great view can be overwhelming!  Most us have seen a spectacular sunrise or sunset, lofty mountain top, a valley view, a colorful canyon, the broadness of grain fields or the endless sight of water in the middle of the ocean.   Suppose you witnessed a rare or absolutely astounding experience how would you describe that… Read more →

When an architect designs an upscale commercial building, they often make the front of the building have an image that conveys the value of the company. As the design is drawn, the foyer becomes an important focal point to stimulate an awe moment. The intent of the architect’s design is to allow the foyer to give the visitor a desire… Read more →