Monthly Archives: July 2011

A Hard Sell

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Pete

It may just be one of the most compelling chapters in all of Scripture. It is a call . . . it is a plea . . . it is a glorious proclamation . . . it is a sacred … Continue reading →

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A Measure of Revival

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Pete

Sometimes, some of the brightest gems can be found in the darkest places. I’m reading in Ezra 9 this morning . . . kind of depressing, actually . . . but in the repentant cry of Ezra before His sinned … Continue reading →

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The Church

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Pete

Some might consider it but a building . . . “I’m going to the church.” Some might consider it just a set of activities . . . “I’m doing church this Sunday or, I’m going to miss church this Sunday.” … Continue reading →

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I’m In!

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Pete

Ok . . . I’m in! Sign me up! Bring it on! Show me where! Planted in the middle of Proverbs 3 is an infomercial of sorts. The “product” truly is better than “sliced bread”. It can’t be bought for … Continue reading →

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Weeping & Praising Can Go Together

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Pete

It must have been quite the scene. It must have been quite the sound! People shouting for joy . . . people crying out in anguish of soul. Those singing out songs of praise and thanksgiving at the tops of … Continue reading →

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God’s Pleasure

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Pete

Sometimes it is about me. Sometimes what captures me in a Bible reading isn’t the great truths about God . . . or the commands to obey . . . or the promises to claim . . . sometimes it’s … Continue reading →

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The Power of the Promise

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Pete

As I think about it, promises are only as good as the promise-maker. The strength of a pledge is less in the words spoken and more in the desire, commitment, and ability of the one speaking the words to follow … Continue reading →

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Under the Influence

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Pete

It’s like a drug. Something that can take control. Something that muddles the thinking . . . removes reasonable inhibitions . . . and can result in stupid, stupid decisions. Not recognized, it can take you farther than you really … Continue reading →

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It Matters Who You Dance With

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Pete

The warning lights went off as soon as I read it this morning. While the phrase was familiar . . . it had a twist to it that was a bit foreboding. Although things were going well, you just knew … Continue reading →

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Meditation

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Pete

The thought that came to my mind as I read the verse is, “That’s a word we’ve given up.” I don’t know very much about Eastern Mysticism or Eastern Religions but I do think we’ve ceded some ground to it … Continue reading →

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