This is one of my favorite Hebrew words. According to Strong’s Concordance, it is found in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) 248 times. Its meaning is rooted in the very nature and character of the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and it cannot be distilled into a one word translation. Lovingkindness, kindness, steadfast love, … Continue reading All You Need is Chesed
Scripture
Pick Up The Book
Exclusive use of an on-line Bible is like seeing the world through a porthole. Despite the convenience and variety of translations, there are limitations to those phone-y Bibles. For a quick look-up or if I’m killing time in a waiting room, I’m grateful that technology puts instant access to the Scriptures at my fingertips. But … Continue reading Pick Up The Book
Give Shalom a Chance
One of the reasons that Hebrew is such an interesting language is that some of the older words are loaded with meaning. Take shalom, for instance. Most people probably know this translated as peace, and it does mean that – and so much more. I usually end my posts with “Shalom, Dottie.” In Israel, the … Continue reading Give Shalom a Chance
Another Incident
(NOTE: I have edited this post several times to remove what may have been considered objectionable content. I am appalled by the violence we see daily, but primarily see it as a spiritual issue. Please read further for more explaination.) Did you know that another school shooting occurred yesterday? Of course we are saddened and … Continue reading Another Incident
Come With Me to the Garden
I enjoy working in my yard during these perfect Spring days. Summer is coming soon, and the unbearable Gulf Coast heat and humidity will limit my desire to do what needs to be done. So for now, I'm enjoying the weekly changes and surprises as different flowers are in bloom, and long-forgotten plants are springing … Continue reading Come With Me to the Garden
Dottie Lovelady Rogers 