Blessings again. We hope that this Chanukah
is continuing to be a time of rekindling dedication for each
of us and our families, not only for this season's Festival, but for
all time. 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 ~ "Know ye not that ye are the Temple of
Elohim, and that the Spirit of Elohim dwelleth in you? ..... The Temple of
Elohim is set-apart, which Temple ye are." May His Spirit
light our spirit, though not necessarily in flaming tongues of
fire, as it did for the disciples, yet still in a way that is just as real,
life-changing, and dedicating as it was for them.
A book which you may want to order in preparation
for next year is "Hanukkah Readings for the Believer", available from Hebrew
Roots Press ~ P. O. Box 400 ~ Lakewood, WI 54138. As far as we know,
this book is free of charge, and contains readings from both the TaNaK and
Apostolic writings, including the story of the Maccabees.
Another book which we have been reading
together, and which will be sure to bless you and your family, is "Hinds' Feet
on High Places" by Hannah Hurnard. A beautiful and family-friendly
parable, this story is sure to be meaningful to all involved, from the youngest
to the oldest listeners. The book's ISBN number is 0-7684-2021-0, and it
is available form Destiny Image, wwwdestinyimage.com
One last thought is that it is a good idea to keep
all Chanukah things (books, dreidels, decorations, music, etc.) in one place
(such as a drawer) so that they're all right ready to pull out next
year.
We hope that all of our subscribers have a
wonderful Shabbat and remainder of Chanukah. Shalom, and may the flame of
dedication which has been kindled in your hearts grow ever brighter, for "the
path of the just is as the shining light that shineth more and more unto the
perfect day." (Proverbs 4:18)
Sincerely, Joy In The World
2 Corinthians 6:16-18 ~ "... Ye are the Temple of
the living Elohim, as Elohim hath said, 'I will dwell in them, and walk in them;
and I will be their Elohim, and they shall be My people. Wherefore, come
out from among them and be ye separate,' saith Yahweh, 'And touch not the
unclean thing, and I will receive you, and will be a Father unto you, and ye
shall be My sons and daughters,' saith Yahweh Almighty."