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“Therefore exhort one another, and build each other up…” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Have you ever been to an airport and looked around and studied the people? I have! There are… Continue Reading Entitled
“The Liberating Power of Praising the Lord”
My friend Neal had a keen observation about Ps 34.4. “I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” Ps 34.4 I had been wondering… Continue Reading “The Liberating Power of Praising the Lord”
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Shadows
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.” Psalm 23:4 For years, I thought of this… Continue Reading Shadows
At the Lake
In the movies and even in my favorite TV show ever, The Andy Griffith Show, going to the lake was a big deal. Cold Fried Chicken was usually a staple.… Continue Reading At the Lake
Holes In the Darkness
A story is told of a young Robert Lewis Stevenson who spent much of his childhood in poor health. One night his nurse found him with his nose pressed against… Continue Reading Holes In the Darkness
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Pure Wisdom
The other day, I read a great prayer that is based on the wisdom of the book of Proverbs. It reads, “Lord, help me to avoid the world’s shortcuts to… Continue Reading Pure Wisdom
Who’s the Boss
“For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.” 1 Peter 2.25 Yesterday I wrote emphasizing the importance of returning. Today… Continue Reading Who’s the Boss
Returned
“For you were straying like sheep but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.” 1 Peter 2.25 My eyes are drawn to the word “returned” in this… Continue Reading Returned
First Word Problems
“For it is by Grace that you are saved….” Ephesians 2:8 “It’s too hot!” “The car has a scratch!” “My favorite shirt is in the laundry!” “The ATM was out… Continue Reading First Word Problems
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Living In God’s Wisdom on This Day
Growing up I was fascinated by the concept of a movie like “Ground Hog” day in which the main character gets stuck in a perpetual time loop of living the… Continue Reading Living In God’s Wisdom on This Day
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Unfailing Love
“Turn, Lord, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love.” Psalm 6:4 Perhaps you find yourself in some measure of pain or discouragement. And perhaps at least part of it… Continue Reading Unfailing Love
At His Feet
She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. Luke 10:39 Have you ever had a time where you just needed someone to… Continue Reading At His Feet