Author Archives: Pete

He Knows

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Pete

The rhythm of Revelation chapters two and three is pretty evident. Seven letters to seven churches. The churches are described as seven lampstands . . . they are represented by seven angels . . . and in their midst is … Continue reading →

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Let Righteousness Rain

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Pete

God’s covenant people, planted as a vine to bear much fruit, instead emptied themselves into the altars of false gods . . . and, as such, became a dead vine . . . a vine laid waste. Planted through the … Continue reading →

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Wondering at the Fringes . . . Desiring the Fullness

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Pete

I think it’s pretty easy to fall into a mindset that puts us at the center of life. After all, by the very nature of perspective, things are viewed in terms of where we stand . . . encountered in … Continue reading →

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Partners

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Pete

He was on the island called Patmos. Not on vacation but in exile. Not because he purchased an all-inclusive package at some resort but because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. Not because he had bought … Continue reading →

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Him Who Loves Us

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Pete

I get that some might avoid the Revelation because it can be pretty hard to wade through. But this morning, as I start in on this final part of my reading plan, I’m thinking that the journey is worth it … Continue reading →

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To Him Who Is Able

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Pete

We have a pretty amazing men’s group at our fellowship. Probably one of the things that surprises me the most is the degree of candor that exists within this group of men. Not that we get all touchy-feely . . … Continue reading →

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Love One Another

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Pete

I’m not really one for “cool Christian t-shirts.” Not judging anyone who likes to wear “God puts the AWE in awesome” on their chest . . . not saying anything about those who sport a big flexed bicep on their … Continue reading →

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Fuel Still in the Fire!

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Pete

Some slightly re-worked thoughts from 2008 . . . still my desire . . . As I encounter the last few chapters of Daniel chapters I’m reminded that they are written by someone who is “getting up there” in age. … Continue reading →

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Present in the Pillar

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Pete

Sometimes I’m surprised by the verses that surprise me. Things that I know to be true somehow blind-side me when I come across them referred to in a certain manner in Scripture. Such was the case this morning as I … Continue reading →

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Don’t Want to Come Up Short

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Pete

You get the sense that he should have known better.  He knew of the humbling of the great Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon . . . it had become legendary.  The arrogant king who had deemed himself a god had been … Continue reading →

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