Daily Archives: May 15, 2026

Conversations About Faith

A reminder: WJTL Fest 2026 to take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks, PA

By Steven Brodsky

… Chandler Moore, Colton Dixon, Lizzie Morgan, Ashes Remain, and Scout and the Saints are scheduled to perform at WJTL Fest 2026!

Visit  WJTL Fest 2026 – The Junction Center | WJTL  for additional information.

Posted 5-15-26

‘Mamma’s Heart’

By Steven Brodsky

… will resonate in the hearts of readers of this column on this Mother’s Day weekend: Mamma’s Heart.

God knows our hearts.

Hallelujah, God can heal and transform a heart on holidays like Mother’s Day and on every other day and night of the year.

Have a blessed Mother’s Day weekend.

Posted 5-9-26

‘A Mother’s Prayer’ 

By Steven Brodsky

… for us to enjoy in advance of Mother’s Day:

Mother’s Day will be celebrated on May 10, 2026.

Hallelujah for the prayers of godly mothers!

Posted 4-27-26

Scarred?

By Steven Brodsky

… We all are.

Those who are heaven bound can look forward to not having scars in heaven.

John 14:6: “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”

What does it mean that today is the day of salvation? | GotQuestions.org

Posted 4-28-26

‘I’ve got a fire’ for the Lord

By Steven Brodsky

… as do some of this column’s readers, hallelujah!

Lukewarm? See Why did Jesus speak so strongly against lukewarm faith? | GotQuestions.org.

Posted 4-24-26

There’s room at the table

By Steven Brodsky

 

… to eternally enjoy fellowship with God for those who know and for those who will come to know God as their Lord and Savior!

 

 

Posted 4-17-26

Yes, ‘the God of the mountain is the God of the valley’

By Steven Brodsky

… Amen to this and other declarations in the lyrics of “Graves Into Gardens”:

Some people come to know God as their Lord and Savior on the mountain, in the valley, and in other places, hallelujah!

Posted 4-10-26

May readers of this column be drawn closer to the Lord

By Steven Brodsky

… when they’re in valleys and when they’re above valleys!

King David had valleys in mind when he wrote Psalm 34:18.

Psalm 34:18: “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

Posted 4-7-26

He is risen.

By Steven Brodsky

… He is risen, indeed.

See Luke 24:6, Matthew 28:6, and Where does the saying “He is risen; He is risen, indeed” come from? | GotQuestions.org.

Enjoy:

 

Have a happy and blessed Easter 2026.

Posted 4-5-26

On the day of the night before Easter 

By Steven Brodsky

… and in the coming days, readers of this column will be reflecting upon what happened in a tomb on the night before Easter AD 33.

Be eternally blessed by a relationship with the Savior who arose from a tomb!

Posted 4-4-26

On Good Friday 2026

By Steven Brodsky

… I’m thankful for what Jesus did for us on “an old rugged cross” on Good Friday AD 33.

Sinless Jesus willingly died on that cross so that we sinners may have everlasting life in His presence.

Romans 5:8: “But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Jesus loves us.

Posted 4-3-26

On Palm Sunday

By Steven Brodsky

… be blessed by prophesied events that took place on the week that Jesus entered Jerusalem on the back of a donkey.

Questions about Palm Sunday? See: https:/a/hewww.gotquestions.org/Palm-Sunday.html.

(The vocalization of a donkey is called a bray.)

Posted 3-29-26

Christina Rossetti’s poem ‘Good Friday’

By Steven Brodsky

… is an example of exemplary writing that expresses worship: Good Friday by Christina Rossetti – Scottish Poetry Library.

The poem may inspire devotional writing by readers of this column; it will remind some readers that the Lord transforms stony hearts.

Good Friday draws nigh.

A Bible verse about drawing nigh to God, James 4:8: “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.”

Posted 3-27-26

Palm Sunday arrives on March 29, 2026

By Steven Brodsky

… opportune (it’s always opportune!) to “look up and see the cross.”

Jesus loves us.

Prophesied centuries before Jesus’ scourging and crucifixion: Isaiah 53 (KJV) – Who hath believed our report?.

Posted 3-24-26

Before, on, and after 3-16, i.e. March 16, 2026

By Steven Brodsky

… may we come to a deeper understanding of 3:16, i.e. John 3:16, to the glory of the Lord!

John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Posted 3-15-26

Praying Psalm 143:8 in the evening

By Steven Brodsky

Perhaps you have considered, or will consider, including the words and/or sentiment of King David’s Psalm 143:8 in your evening prayers.

Psalm 143:8 KJV: “Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.”

https://www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/psalm/psalm-143.cfm

May we hear God’s lovingkindness in the morning and know the way that we should walk.

Posted 2-20-26

Frost and thaw

By Steven Brodsky

Many millions of Americans have been greatly impacted by frost and thaw in recent weeks.

Photo by Steven Brodsky

On January 14, 1866, congregants of the Metropolitan Tabernacle church in London, England were reflecting on frost and thaw, and God, as Charles Haddon Spurgeon (who was known as the “Prince of Preachers”) was delivering his sermon “Frost and Thaw.”

Be blessed by “Frost and Thaw”: The Spurgeon Library | Frost and Thaw.

Photo by Steven Brodsky

Posted 2-13-26

Jesus loves black sheep 

By Steven Brodsky

… and all of the people who were present when this video was filmed, including Ben Fuller:

And Jesus loves us!

Posted 1-26-26

 

 

‘Big Fish’ On PCS Mainstage

PCS Theater proudly presents Big Fish, the beloved Broadway musical based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton. Performances run May 29 through June 13, 2026, on the main stage at Players Club of Swarthmore.

Gavin Wycuff and John B Hedges in “Big Fish” at PCS Theater.

Directed by Kayla Bowe, choreographed by Emily Engle, and featuring music direction and conducting by Jeff Smith, Big Fish brings Andrew Lippa and John August’s magical musical to life with unforgettable songs, heartfelt storytelling, and dazzling theatricality.

With music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa and a book by John August, Big Fish follows Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman whose extraordinary tales and larger-than-life adventures captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra. But as Edward’s son Will prepares to become a father himself, he sets out to uncover the truth behind the stories that have defined his father’s life.

Overflowing with humor, imagination, and emotional depth, Big Fish is a celebration of family, legacy, and the power of storytelling. The production reminds audiences why live theatre continues to inspire us with experiences that are richer, funnier, and bigger than life itself.

Director Kayla Bowe describes the production as deeply personal and timely:

 Big Fish has been a dream project of mine for a long time. There is something so special about a musical that invites us to laugh, to imagine, and to feel deeply, all at once. I have always believed that musicals have that unique power: they can be joyful and entertaining while still carrying messages that stay with us. This show is a perfect example of that balance.

At its heart, Big Fish reminds us that life is messy, complicated, and full of unknowns. The truth is, this is all our first time on Earth. No one has it all figured out, not even the people we look to for answers. We are all bound to make mistakes, even when we are the ones who feel like we are supposed to ‘know better.’ And yet, there is beauty in that. There is growth, forgiveness, and love in the stories we tell and the lives we live. – Director Kayla Bowe

Bringing Edward Bloom’s larger-than-life world to the stage is a dynamic cast led by John B. Hedges as Edward Bloom and Gavin Wycuff as Young Edward Bloom, alongside Lauren Champlin-Moadeli as Sandra Bloom and Lexi Livanos as Young Sandra Templeton. Richie Izzo and Daniel Gorman share the role of Will Bloom, with Quintin Leaf and Harrison Simon alternating as Young Will Bloom, and Madison Claus as Josephine Bloom. Featured performances include Jeffrey Barg as Karl, Casey Lynch as Amos, Kristin Hegel as the Witch, Jenny Ammon as Jenny Hill, and Josie Gold as Young Jenny Hill. John Millison takes on the roles of Don Price and Red Fang, while Jacob Fizzano appears as Zacky Price and the Fisherman. John Casertano portrays Doctor Bennett, the Judge, the Ashton Mayor, and General Patterson. The production’s ensemble also features Katie Young and Tess Coary as Alabama Lambs, Alyssa Nichter as the Mermaid, and ensemble members Gillian Booth, Violet Cheng, Keith Hall, Savannah Mitchell, Hunter Pugh, Bailey Rifkin, Kevin Shaffer, and Amanda Strydio, whose performances help bring the magical world of “Big Fish” vividly to life.

If You Go:

The production runs approximately 2.5 hours.

Content advisory: Contains themes of illness and death, parental estrangement, fantasy versus reality, and emotional moments of loss, though the production is ultimately uplifting and family-friendly.

A limited number of $10 Pay-What-You-Can tickets will be available for each performance. These tickets are cash only and offered on a first-come, first-served basis at the box office beginning one hour before curtain. PCS is a proud partner with ArtsReach ACCESS program.

For tickets and additional information, visit the Players Club of Swarthmore box office or PCSTheater.org. Advanced purchase encouraged!

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