Episode 3: The People Who Walk in Darkness Will See a Great Light

Send us Fan MailLaurie discusses Isaiah chapter 9 that inspired composer Frederick Handel to write Handel's Messiah. A chapter filled with imagery and powerful language, it is the prophet Isaiah's prophecy to the Jewish people of their coming Messiah, who Christians know today as Jesus.Laurie reveals her own method for communicating with God when there is an event in her life that causes that "darkness," and how through these steps she is able to come into the light.Laurie's guest is Allison Snyder, a friend, neighbor, fellow Christian and knowledgeable Bible scholar.  In the conversation, Allison mentions the Alpha program for churches.  Here is additional information: https://alphausa.org/ .  In addition, Laurie and Allison were discussing the inspiring modern artwork of Jesus leaving the 99 to chase the one lost sheep, just as he does with us.  Here is that artwork: https://i.etsystatic.com/48031207/r/il/33e50a/5499957388/il_1588xN.5499957388_pzbj.jpgListener, if you are enjoying this podcast, maybe you'd enjoy the book, The Year I Read the Bible!  Available in every format imaginable, click right here to check it out.