I want to pay tribute to wonderful people I have known, the wonderful country in which I live, the communities in which I have lived, the churches who have claimed me as their own, the God who sends shivers down my back when I really give him a portion of my time—well, maybe not shivers but tears flow easily in some of those most priceless times.
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WITH UNVEILED FACE
2 Cor. 3:18 “And we, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory,…” While reading this scripture in my Bible, I noticed that at some other time I had underlined it—except … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Christianity, Uncategorized
Tagged holiness, humility, II Cor. 3:18, innocence
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HIS WORDS ARE EXQUISITE!
I’m looking at three issues in Chapter 19 NIV: 1. Verses 1-4 Everyone has been exposed to some knowledge of God via nature. Everyone has “heard the voice” of God in that way. If you respond and tell him you … Continue reading
GET IN THE WHEELBARROW
There is a story told of Charles Blondin, a tightrope walker who walked over Niagara Falls in the mid 1800’s. He proved his expertise in many ways – in a sack, on stilts, on a bicycle, and in the dark. … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, trust, Uncategorized
Tagged Charles Blondin, faith, Granddad Jim, trust
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READING THE RED LETTERS
RED LETTER TIME AGAIN – Can we really live according to Matthew 5:40? “And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. If someone forces you to go one mile, go … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Jesus, Uncategorized
Tagged generosity, giving to poor, Jesus, lending, red letters
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NOT REALLY JUNK
…BUT NO LONGER USEFUL TO ME Yesterday was a gorgeous day – a day that called out to achieve something. What better time to go survey the garage mess. For once I have been hoping for a call from someone … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, ethics, Uncategorized
Tagged Bible, ethics, Friend of God, friendship with Jesus, love one another, work responsibility
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WATCH THOSE MODIFIERS
2 Cor. 3:18 “And we, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory,…” While reading this scripture I noticed that at some other time I had underlined it—except for the part … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, God, Uncategorized
Tagged 2 Cor 3:18, being like Jesus, scripture, seeking God
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ODE TO THE MAP
When I wrote Red Velvet Bible a few days ago I told you I would read and report. I finished it last night. It was a very short saga of a Bible which had the affect of changing the lives of … Continue reading
PSALM 21 FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT
For your delight with the Lord today, try personalizing Ps. 21. You will have this: I, Oneta, rejoice in your strength, Lord. How great is my joy in the victories you give! You have given me my heart’s desire and … Continue reading
GEMS FROM PSALMS
C.S. Lewis — ‘The most valuable thing the Psalms do for me is to express … Continue reading
INNOCENTS IN HELL? NEVER! (Part 1)
Okay, my dears, gather round me while I talk of things many do not know, things argued about among Christians, scripture interpretations, and all that stuff that doesn’t matter much in the light of eternity. Our question is: “How can … Continue reading