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If You Were A Prophet, What Would You Say Are The Right Choices For The Cities Of Our Times?

Good Morning Friends,  I do not know about you, but I am striving to maintain my life in a state of grace, in part, by walking five miles a day and gardening and swimming. And as such I am not much of a prophet or a saint but I am getting healthier so I might … Continue reading If You Were A Prophet, What Would You Say Are The Right Choices For The Cities Of Our Times? →

How Do Our Efforts and God’s Plan Interact In A Changing World?

Good Morning Friends, Here we are between Juneteenth and Independence Day, and so it is appropriate that our scripture from Amos starts out with a moving invocation of national remembrance of God’s ancient deliverance of the Hebrew people from bondage in Egypt.  But since I am not a big fan of replacement theology I for … Continue reading How Do Our Efforts and God’s Plan Interact In A Changing World? →

Are We Listening To What It Means To Be A Disciple and Servant?

Good Morning Friends, Most people wish to serve God, but unfortunately only in an advisory capacity. Too few are committed to actively be a disciple and disciple others and extend the love of God to places and people where it is needed. Sometimes we are called to serve in places not so pleasant. Most are … Continue reading Are We Listening To What It Means To Be A Disciple and Servant? →

Will Our Places Of Collective Worship Finish Well?

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? →

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? →