Good Morning Friends, In the Roman Catholic tradition, yesterday was the day for honoring the martyred lives of the Apostles Peter and Paul. They are important characters in the Christian faith for Protestants and Jews too because they show us how very different people might work in the tension of relationships for a common objective. … Continue reading Will Our Places Of Collective Worship Finish Well?
Month: June 2024
Did You Know That In Giving Hope To The Poor You Draw Closer To Being Sanctified By God?
Good Morning Friends, Ok you probably have experienced growing closer to God as you seek the help of Christ in the forgiveness of your sins. You have probably experienced Jesus in prayer and praises. And you probably have become more knowledgeable in reading and trusting and applying His Word…even inspired. However, Did You Know That … Continue reading Did You Know That In Giving Hope To The Poor You Draw Closer To Being Sanctified By God?
Will We Have The Grace To Rebuild On The Right Foundation?
Good Morning Friends, Grace has been defined as “unmerited favor”. In human association, we have no greater example of grace than that shown to Jehoiachin. He did evil in the sight of the Lord. He was an adversary of Jeremiah but a favorite of the people. And ultimately despite grace the sin of Jehoiachin and … Continue reading Will We Have The Grace To Rebuild On The Right Foundation?
What Is Your Excuse For Not Reading More Of The Bible?
Good Morning Friends, Discovering the Bible is one of the greatest joys a person can experience. And yet so many people today do not take advantage of this gift. People get caught up in following Superheroes like Iron Man and Superman, the man of steel and fail to appreciate the heroes of our faith. We … Continue reading What Is Your Excuse For Not Reading More Of The Bible?
Do You Have The Right Metal Guiding Your Behavior On The Journey To Salvation?
Good Morning Friends, When King Hezekiah received a message of an impending attack by Assyrian terrorists, he did not succumb to fear but instead shared the experience with God. Good King Hezekiah did not waste time worrying over it, he knew where to take things that were bigger than he was. He laid it all … Continue reading Do You Have The Right Metal Guiding Your Behavior On The Journey To Salvation?
Will We Be Blessed With The Miraculous Birth Of Christ’s Continuing Work In Our Children’s Children?
Good Morning Friends, Louisiana recently passed a state law to mandate that all public schools there display the ten commandments in every classroom. It is part of the plan to convey to the next generation the importance of society having a moral code, but some are concerned about a hidden agenda. In the past we … Continue reading Will We Be Blessed With The Miraculous Birth Of Christ’s Continuing Work In Our Children’s Children?
Do The Crosses We Bear Reflect The Miracles Of Justice And Mercy?
Good Morning Friends, Freedom from tyranny like miracles are important if for no other reason than they help us put in priority order, God before all other things. The miracle of creation…the miracle of God having an active hand in the nation of Israel… our own wellbeing….and of course, the resurrection, integrity, and the very … Continue reading Do The Crosses We Bear Reflect The Miracles Of Justice And Mercy?
Do We Seek Possessions Or Are We Being Possessed?
Good Morning Friends, In today’s Scripture reading Jesus is directing us to stop treasuring our earthly wealth, that does not last, but continue to treasure the wealth in the kingdom of heaven now and for the future. The point is that if we are not going to be controlled by our chattels, we must resist … Continue reading Do We Seek Possessions Or Are We Being Possessed?
Why Would We Be Afraid Of Life’s Storms If We Believe In God’s Love?
Good Morning Friends, The State of Florida is preparing for the possibility of five hurricanes hitting the state this year. Having had the eyes of three hurricanes go over my home in recent decades, with minimal damage, I am not looking forward to this season. In mental preparation we look at three storms in scripture, … Continue reading Why Would We Be Afraid Of Life’s Storms If We Believe In God’s Love?
What Can We Learn About Faith And Leadership In The Parting Of Waters And Ways?
Good Morning Friends, I am not sure I like the idea of always using the lectionary as if the combination of the scripture of the day always holds a special message. But I will go with it anyway since millions of people around the world might be reading this very same scripture. Let’s see where … Continue reading What Can We Learn About Faith And Leadership In The Parting Of Waters And Ways?
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