Author Archives: Pete

Uneducated, Common Men

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Pete

Did they cringe when they heard that name again? Was it like nails being dragged on a chalk board to hear His name declared with boldness as the power behind the miracle? They thought they were done with Him. Sure, … Continue reading →

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Altars As Anchors

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Pete

How important are anchors? Solid fixtures that we can tether ourselves to that provide stability . . . things we can latch onto when life gets a little chaotic . . . structures put in place that help re-establish our … Continue reading →

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The Mighty Works of God

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Pete

The two scenes couldn’t have been more different. One involved in a huge crowd, the other just a few people . . . one involved a cacophony of sound, the other, I imagine, hushed whispers . . . one centered … Continue reading →

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The Question

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Pete

It’s the question that set the course of history. It’s the first question encountered in the Scriptures. That it is encountered so quickly, might seem kind of amazing . . . but there it is . . . put out … Continue reading →

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Wanting a Blessing

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Pete

Who doesn’t want a blessing? Sometimes you have to dig to find them in a situation . . . sometimes, like Jacob, you have to wrestle until you limp in order to secure one . . . and sometimes, they … Continue reading →

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Captivated by the Wonder of Immanuel

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Pete

So . . . having finished my reading plan for this year . . . and having yet to start up again for next year . . . I’m left a bit rudderless . . . left more to “nibble” … Continue reading →

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Grace

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Pete

There’s something about reading Revelation 22 at this time of year . . . as the year comes to an end . . . a natural time of reflection . . . a time to assess . . . and … Continue reading →

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The Covenant of Levi

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Pete

Two passages of Scripture “collided” for me this morning. One, I was reading . . . the other, I believe, my Teacher brought to mind as I was read the first. Bam! Instant application. While I was reminded of an … Continue reading →

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That Future Now

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Pete

As I’m reading the first eight verses of Revelations 21 this morning, and trying to take in all that awaits those who are written in the Lamb’s Book of Life, it occurs to me that the blessings of that future … Continue reading →

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That You May Believe

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Pete

So . . . almost done . . . approaching the end of this year’s reading plan . . . finishing off Job, the Minor Prophets, John’s Gospel, and Revelation . . . and a lot of good stuff to … Continue reading →

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