Tag: prayer

Will We Pray That Mercy Has Already Triumphed Over Judgement For Our Salvation?

Good Morning Friends, The Gospel reading today relates to Pharisee’s challenge of Jesus infringing on their control about the details of the Sabbath laws. It is about the problem of following laws that are no longer helpful because they have been expanded beyond the original intent. The controversy arose from the actions of Jesus’ disciples … Continue reading Will We Pray That Mercy Has Already Triumphed Over Judgement For Our Salvation? →

When Does Contrary Cognition And Divergent Doing Serve God?

Good Morning Friends,  I imagine few people actually believe what is in the Bible. Some Ultra Conservative Bible believing churches however do seem to be doing amazingly well. But I wonder if their leaders are just exploiting the human condition of their parishioners. Still, maybe doing the exact opposite of the herd is the best … Continue reading When Does Contrary Cognition And Divergent Doing Serve God? →

To Whom Will You Belong?

Good Morning Friends, There are the good, the bad and ugly… Republicans and Democrats… Baptists…Presbyterians… Catholics…Vikings…Patriots…Chargers… Cowboys and Steelers.There are those who root for Ohio State and those who root for Michigan. In today’s text we look at rivalries. Sibling rivalries as well as internal conflicts and consider when we are to walk away and … Continue reading To Whom Will You Belong? →

Do We Plough New Ground Or Play In The Comfort Of Our Privilege?

Good Morning Friends, Sometimes we sense the presence of God and sometimes we do not. Today we explore the possibility that we would sense God more if we risked more in seeking justice and mercy. It is about the privilege of prayer and citizenship in heaven, as a preference to the privileges of the world. … Continue reading Do We Plough New Ground Or Play In The Comfort Of Our Privilege? →

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? →

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? →

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? →

Can We Love Unconditionally In A Wicked World?

Good Morning Friends, Life is frequently unfair. Our passage from 1 Kings points that out. Bad things happen to good people and their families. Brutality and injustice are all around us. And we wonder why. Initially we submit to the reality that God’s purpose is beyond us, and God’s ways are above our ways. But … Continue reading Can We Love Unconditionally In A Wicked World? →