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The “it” factor – Loving God … Do you?

I would like to say something about the “it” factor in our relationship with God. I began listening to a podcast by Alistair Begg today, and he read a text in Isaiah.  I didn’t even allow him to finish the … Continue reading

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The blessing of bowing …

Bow before God in everything; see God in everything. Do we know the blessing of bowing before God no matter what? Shachah- the most used word in the Old Testament for worship. It means to bow down, to bow low. … Continue reading

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On my knees …

From the chorus of Healer by Ten Shekel Shirt So I fall on my knees,To get back on my feet again. Psalm 62.1-2 (NASB)1 My soul waits in silence for God only; From Him is my salvation. 2 He only … Continue reading

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The art of God … beautiful in Jesus’ name

Here’s a thought. The art of God in our lives, being beautiful in Jesus’ name. The path of the Christian should begin, not end, at the spiritual disciplines as we allow those disciplines of prayer, Scripture reading and reflection, bowing … Continue reading

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Sequel: Geese on Lake Part II

Don’t miss what looks to be a few hundred geese on the western horizon that I spooked with my approach.  AND don’t miss the geese marching like a little troupe about half way or so through the video.

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Geese on Lake ONE: Took this at work yesterday; pretty cool!

You may be able to see the different groups descending to land.  I caught the end of this as it seemed there were hundreds of geese in various flocks descending at different levels waiting to land.  “Goose version” of O’Hare … Continue reading

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Only a platitude or maybe the food of true life …

Romans 12:17 (NIV) Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. Romans 12:19 (NIV) Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it … Continue reading

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Friends then enemies … Sometimes

Galatians 4:16 (The Message) And now have I suddenly become your enemy simply by telling you the truth? I can’t believe it. True friendship means venturing into territory that may turn your friend, or more likely your friendly acquaintance, into … Continue reading

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A frigid display of glory …

I was listening to “A Tenor’s Christmas” with José Carreras, Luciano Pavarotti and Placido Domingo as I rolled by the shop early this morning. I turned toward the west and the vista before me was a beautiful, frozen, snow-covered lake … Continue reading

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Humility 101 …

I was asked at my ordination if I considered myself to be a humble person. I responded with a humorous one-liner, and we laughed and had no further discussion. But we should have. Anyone pursuing Christ must know what humility … Continue reading

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