Author Archives: Pete

The Will of God

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Pete

Sometimes you gotta dig . . . other times it’s handed to you on a silver platter. Sometimes you don’t know what God wants you to do from a given passage . . . and then there’s those other times … Continue reading →

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What Is It About Egypt?

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Pete

It’s true . . . denial ain’t just a river in Egypt. I’m reading in Jeremiah this morning and a bit astounded at the story that plays out in Judah immediately after the destruction of Jerusalem and the exile of … Continue reading →

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Sufferings and Subsequent Glories

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Pete

Imagine the OT prophet’s life. You are the proverbial fish swimming against the flow. You are the one thing that doesn’t look like the others. You are the voice that contradicts the popular majority’s voice. And you speak of things … Continue reading →

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Guarded Through Faith

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Pete

Peter writes to the elect exiles. Groups of believers “of the Dispersion.” Scattered throughout the provinces of Asia Minor because of persecution. Who they were and where they were was according to the foreknowledge of God . . . it … Continue reading →

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Radiant!

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Pete

Jeremiah declared there would be a day of dancing in Israel. Mourning would be turned into joy. Sorrow would be exchanged for gladness. They would feast in abundance and the people would be satisfied with God’s goodness. For the God … Continue reading →

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Promises, Plans, Places, and Prayer

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Pete

Hovering this morning over a well known portion of Scripture in Jeremiah 29. A portion of ancient writ that I know was not written specifically TO me . . . but that the Spirit bears witness was written FOR me. … Continue reading →

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A God at Hand

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Pete

It’s kind of a “give your head a shake” type of word from the LORD. After having indicted the shepherds of Israel for destroying and scattering the sheep of His pasture (Jeremiah 23:1-2), the LORD speaks additional judgment, through Jeremiah, … Continue reading →

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If the Lord Wills

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Pete

I am, by nature and by nurture, a planner. I think it’s in my DNA. As far back as I can remember I’ve been inclined in situations to first consider and calculate before committing. For example, after an incident where … Continue reading →

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A Serpent Lifted Up

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Pete

There are many word pictures used to describe Jesus. A Lamb, a Shepherd, a Lion. He is the Light, the Door, and the Vine. But I was reminded of one yesterday as I was studying John with a friend. We … Continue reading →

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Wisdom from Above

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Pete

Skillful living . . . that’s what Chuck Swindoll calls it. I remember reading years ago a piece by him where he defined wisdom as “skillful living.” Wisdom is about so much more than just what you know. It’s about … Continue reading →

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