Reconciliation
Sweet treats for everybody; I’d like to pass out some candy favors today; little pieces of sweetness as a symbol of the wonderful friends we’ve developed in this class. (For my illustration today, I’ll pass out little candy favors to everybody, but “accidentally” overlook Margaret.) Sometimes big conflicts can fracture a relationship. Sometimes, little things [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 2 so far )When All Hope Seems Lost
This week we follow Joseph into prison. If we’re headed to prison with him, let’s recap how we got here. We know that Joseph was born into a family that was trying to follow God’s will but at the same time was highly dysfunctional. Joseph had eleven other brothers, born to four different women. His [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 17 so far )Wrestling with God
As we’ve learned the last few weeks, God has a plan for Jacob. Jacob knows this, too, but he’s still trying to do things his own way and for personal reasons. Jacob was the second son born of Isaac and Rebekah, and God had told Rebekah that the elder would serve the younger. Esau was [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 2 so far )The Tradition of Regifting
The Houston Chronicle has a story about the “tradition” of regifting Christmas presents – Scrambling to find the perfect, last-minute Christmas gift? Then put down that bottle of wine. And please — back away from the blender. Chances are the person you give them to will slap new bows on the boxes and pass them [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 3 so far )Christian Behavior in God's Church
I’ve discovered how slow to understand I must be. We’ve been remarking that when Chris or Fred teach, they get large amounts of text to cover. Chris had the entire Beatitudes plus half of the New Testament to teach in 30 minutes. Fred gets, like, the entire Old Testament when he teaches. And when I [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 3 so far )Review: 3:16. The Numbers of Hope
Max Lucado writes as only he can, with insight and brevity, packaged in powerful imagery. His latest book, 3:16, is packed with delivious observations and challenges, and he does it by focusing on 27 simple words. For God so loved the world that He gave his one and only son so that whoever believes in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 4 so far )Jesus and Money
Jesus and Money Recently in a comment, I was challenged regarding posting my stock selections; the concern from Chris was that such financial considerations were incongruous with the teachings of Jesus. Chris Says: September 18th, 2007 at 11:03 am I find it somewhat ironic and mildly amusing that your blog contains articles of spirituality along [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 4 so far )Love Wholeheartedly
Our next minor prophet is Malachi. In Hebrew, Malachi means “messenger of Yahweh” or “my messenger.” Was Malachi the name of the man who wrote this book? Some scholars believe “Malachi” was simply the title of the book, as in “my message” to the people. We don’t know anything about the man himself, but it’s [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 4 so far )The Five Love Languages
Ruh-roh. I saw this quiz over at Spin the Moon, and I already know I’m in trouble. I’m 99% sure my wife’s love language is “Acts of Service.” I’m pretty mine isn’t. Funny how God does that – I’m learning to be a better servant. Ok, enough preamble. Let’s go take the quiz – I [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 7 so far )Christian Carnival 171
Christian Carnival #171 is up at Light Along the Journey. This week’s best Christian blogging can be found on the Carnival. Some highlights – Playing Your Instrument (using your spiritual gifts) The Uniqueness of Christian Ecology (God signs His covenant with His creation) Lessons from the Terminal Illness that Wasn’t (Make the most of every [...]
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