Author Archives: Pete

Let Us

Although Hebrews might be considered very doctrinal in nature . . . a lot of teaching . . . a lot of Old Testament context explained in the “better realities” of Christ . . . there’s a fair amount of … Continue reading →

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Through the Tears

Tears have a way of clouding the vision. Often they make you want to close your eyes. They can become your sole focus as you concentrate on them flowing down your cheeks. But the word of God tells me this … Continue reading →

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I Come

It really is a pretty compelling invitation. Spend just a couple of minutes hovering over it, and though you might not strictly be within “the context” of the invite, the Spirit within you testifies that the envelope that carries this … Continue reading →

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A Nomination

It was a pretty bold move. Bold because it required him to go directly to Pilate . . . bold because he had already been a dissenting voice on the decision and the action . . . bold because he … Continue reading →

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The Comer

I’m thinking it’s true that everyone lives life within some context. There is a big picture view held by every person which acts as a filter when working through and processing the details of life. Even if it’s a belief … Continue reading →

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The Poured Out Spirit

Have you ever seen a picture of molten metal being poured into something? As the container it resides in is tipped, the liquid metal comes gushing forth . . . nothing’s going to stop it . . . it fills … Continue reading →

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Called By Name

Ok . . . so I’m thinking it might be somewhat self-centered to have finished reading Isaiah 42 and 43, along with Hebrews 9, and end up with a thought about me. Magnificent is how I might describe Isaiah’s declaration … Continue reading →

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My Hand in His

When Sue and I go for our walk around our neighborhood, we most often will hold hands (until they get too sweaty). We interlock our fingers, leveraging the sense of touch as a reminder of our closeness. We go palm … Continue reading →

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Two Words

Two words . . . just two words . . . a total of five letters. But, it occurs to me, they are at the very heart and soul of the gospel. They are the basis for our confidence as … Continue reading →

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Our Arm Every Morning

Sometimes you just need to call out. You’ve done all you can do . . . but you know that ultimately it’s out of your control. You’ve tried to still your soul . . . but your mind keeps racing. … Continue reading →

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