Mother Nature Always Points to Father God
Scripture opens our eyes to a profound truth: all creation itself worships and acknowledges its Maker. The psalmist declares, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands” (Psalm 19:1). Day after day and night after night, the created order pours forth speech about the Creator’s power, wisdom, and beauty—without words, yet unmistakably. Psalm 148 expands this vision into a cosmic call to worship: “Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the…
The Grit and the Glory Featured in Bible Advocate
My latest article, “The Grit and the Glory,” has just been published in the September–October 2026 issue of Bible Advocate magazine. This piece reflects on sitting in the hard, uncertain places of faith—a topic that feels especially close to home right now. The first part of the article is shared below, and the complete text will be available here in November. The Grit and the Glory By Kathryn E. Darden Originally published in Bible Advocate (September–October 2026) I have recently…
Word for the Day: Mother’s Day
~ The Word for the day today is for Mother’s Day from Proverbs ~ “Let your father and mother be glad; let her who bore you rejoice.” Proverbs 23:22, New King James Version Since today is Mother’s Day, the word for the day is the verse found in Proverbs 23:22. This scripture admonishes children to do right by their parents to make them glad and to be the kind of children that would make a mother’s heart rejoice. The English…
Easter: The Intentionality of Jesus
~ As I ponder over this Holy week & its events almost 2000 years ago, I am amazed at the intentionality of Jesus ~ Easter: The Intentionality of Jesus As I ponder over this Holy week and its events almost 2000 years ago, I am amazed at the intentionality of Jesus–the arrival at Bethany; the retrieval of the colt and donkey; the agitation of the Pharisees in the cleansing of the temple and in His answers of their questions; the…
The Real Reason We Celebrate Easter
~ Thoughts on the real reason we celebrate Resurrection Day and the Easter season ~ It’s Easter—the day we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Christ has overcome death. Hallelujah! The Reason We Celebrate Easter Yes, we celebrate our risen Lord today. But without His death, suffering and sacrifice there would be no resurrection. We celebrate His life, His death, and His resurrection today as well as the hope it gives of us an eternal life…
Easter: Christ Is Risen!
~ Easter: Christ Is Risen! He is risen indeed! ~ As we celebrate Easter during Holy Week and Resurrection Week, Easter: Christ Is Risen! reminds us of the most important day in the Christian faith. Resurrection Day, commonly known as Easter, commemorates the glorious resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after His crucifixion. This cornerstone event brings hope of eternal life and victory over death to believers around the world. Jesus comes asking us to rejoice in the empty tomb…
Holy Saturday: Joseph of Arimathea
~ Easter Week: Joseph of Arimathea Lays the Body of Jesus in the Tomb and It Is Sealed ~ Holy Saturday: Joseph of Arimathea As Holy Saturday unfolds during Holy Week and Easter Week, Holy Saturday: Joseph of Arimathea invites us to reflect on the solemn hours between the crucifixion of Jesus and the resurrection. On this day, a disciple steps forward in courage and faith to care for the body of Jesus after His death on the cross. As…
Good Friday: Jesus Before Pilot
~ Resurrection Week: Good Friday–The Gospel of Mark describes the events that led up to Jesus’ death ~ Today is Good Friday. The holy Son of God is accused of blasphemy. His blameless head is crowned with thorns, and the compassionate creator of the universe is hung upon a tree to die. Jesus Before Pilate 15 Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin, made their plans. So they bound Jesus,…
Good Friday: The Cross
~ Easter Week: Good Friday—The Cross of Jesus ~ As we reflect on Good Friday during Holy Week and Easter Week, Good Friday: The Cross draws us to the solemn heart of Jesus’ sacrifice. On this sacred day, the crucifixion of Jesus at Golgotha fulfilled ancient prophecy and opened the way for forgiveness, direct relationship with God, and eternal hope. Jesus comes asking us to pause and consider the depth of His love demonstrated on the cross of Jesus. …
A Good Friday Reading & Prayer
~ A Good Friday reading from the Bible for Resurrection Week. ~ As we pause on Good Friday 2026 during Holy Week and Resurrection Week, this powerful Good Friday reading from the Bible invites us to reflect on the solemn moments of the crucifixion of Jesus. On this sacred day, we remember Jesus on the cross as He spoke words of forgiveness and committed His spirit to the Father. Jesus comes asking us to draw near and meditate on His…
