Author Archives: Pete

Living Water

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Pete

Reading Jeremiah 29 this morning tuned me into noticing promises from God. What a stirring chapter. God has the prophet write a letter to those who are in Babylon . . . those who have been taken into captivity after … Continue reading →

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Jehovah-Tsidkenu

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Pete

As I continue to read in Jeremiah it’s clear that Judah had come apart at the spiritual seams. Her kings led her into deeper and deeper apostasy . . . her shepherds had lost all affection and care for the … Continue reading →

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My Spirit Heritage

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Pete

Unlike some, I’m not all that interested in my genealogy. Sure, I really appreciate those in my family who are . . . glad to have some insight as to my roots . . . but for the most part, … Continue reading →

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Remembering

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Pete

I think, when it comes to information, I do a better of job of storing it than retrieving it. I’m pretty sure that I have far more packed into in my brain than I seem to be able to access. … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Me Miss the Glory

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Pete

For most at that wedding, they never knew what happened. The honored couple had no idea . . . the guests had no idea . . . not even the “wedding planner,” though he recognized something unusual, knew what had … Continue reading →

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The Good Ol’ Ways

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Pete

Ok . . . so I’m a sucker for nostalgic songs . . . especially if it’s a country song . . . especially, especially if The Isaacs are performing it. Something about guitars, tight harmonies, and singing “Grandpa, tell … Continue reading →

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Getting Above “Under the Sun”

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Pete

So, I’m thinking that King Solomon might have been a little too smart for his own good. He may have over thought things a tad. I’m suspecting this guy was a bit “type A” . . . a little anal-retentive. … Continue reading →

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Grace Upon Grace

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Pete

My soul is always stirred when reading these first verses of John’s gospel. “In the beginning was the Word . . . and the Word was with God . . . and the Word was God!” Hook up the fire … Continue reading →

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The Better Altar

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Pete

The writer to the Hebrews is consistent to the end. In his plea to Jewish believers to not drift away, he has repeatedly contrasted the old to the new, demonstrating the superiority of who Christ is and what Christ has … Continue reading →

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You Are Our Father!

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Pete

There are many names for God in the Old Testament, many I’ve encountered as I’ve read through Isaiah. The LORD . . . the Holy One of Israel . . . the Mighty One of Jacob . . . the … Continue reading →

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