November 30, 2025

The snow is deep … the air is cold … and I think of the words on our church sign. I sometimes struggle as to what to put on the church sign. There’s only room for a few words. The other day I’m kind-of anxious about a few things. I walk into my office, and stare at the “little Jesus” on my desk. For a moment … I feel at peace. What is it about Jesus?? Thinking about him in the middle of an anxious moment?? That’s it!!! I go get the letters for the sign … I drive my pick-up truck to the garage … get the ladder, and put these words on the sign: “PEACE WITH JESUS.” His spirit … his grace … his humble presence in the ordinary moments of our lives. He has a way of getting into our souls … giving us the quiet strength and courage to face what the day will bring. Jesus goes beyond the boundaries of whatever religion we may or may not be. To me …Jesus captures the essence of a spirit — binding us together, and strengthening us to face life’s unpredictable moments and challenges. I feel that peace … as I look out the window at the almost foot of snow that has come our way. And wherever you may this morning … “the peace of Jesus” binds us together. Love and peace to all — Don