Author Archives: Pete

Go For the Cheap Seats

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Pete

I really don’t like “General Admission” seating. When I have a ticket to an event, I prefer a reserved seat . . . a spot I know that I can place my keester regardless of how early, or not, I … Continue reading →

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Truth in Advertising

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Pete

If it were a cost / benefit analysis the appropriate course of action would be a no brainer. If the claims are to be believed, then the investment would be gladly tendered. If the returns are but a portion of … Continue reading →

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To Save Sinners

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Pete

I’ve said it before, while I enjoy having to noodle on some of the more “hidden secrets” of Scripture . . . while I like having to think a bit . . . and dig a bit . . . … Continue reading →

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In Accordance with the Glorious Gospel

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Pete

Reminded this morning that, while there are many facets to church life, there is only one standard. That, while shepherding a flock entails many areas of instruction and counsel, there is only one plumb line against which all teaching should … Continue reading →

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The Josiah End of the Continuum

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Pete

They are at opposite ends of the spectrum. They comprise the two outer most points on the continuum. They are Josiah and Zedekiah, both kings of Judah. Josiah, chosen by the people, became king at eight years of age (2Chron. … Continue reading →

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Senior Pride-itis

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Pete

The warning of the kings of Judah continues in 2Chronicles this morning. And it’s not so much in the kings who “did evil in the sight of the Lord” . . . that’s not where I am at. But the … Continue reading →

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God In, God Out

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Pete

The ask was for direction. The prayer was for guidance. Removing the hindrances . . . making straight the paths . . . that was the request. And that which was in need of a divine “maps app?” The heart. … Continue reading →

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God’s Rebuilding Program

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Pete

On a couple days of vacation . . . not exactly following the normal routine . . . afternoon “morning devo’s” is kind of nice change. Reading in 2Chronicles this morning . . . ‘er, this afternoon. And a phrase … Continue reading →

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Power Praise!

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Pete

I can’t imagine how David could have packed anything more into a twenty-one verse psalm than he did into Psalm 145. Right out the gate, his purpose is clear, “I will extol You, my God . . . and bless … Continue reading →

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The God Who Stretches Me

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Pete

Honestly, there are some passages of Scripture, I’d just as soon skip over . . . some I’m inclined not to think too much about . . . ’cause I get uncomfortable with what they’re saying. I don’t think that’s … Continue reading →

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