Author Archives: Pete

After the Order of Melchizedek

It would have been a struggle for devout Jews to consider . . . a concept that, in it’s most fundamental nature, didn’t line up. The idea that Jesus could be their forever High Priest before God wasn’t on their … Continue reading →

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The Anchor Holds

I’ve mentioned it before . . . one of the things I’m on the “prowl” for when I’m going through my reading plan in the morning are promises. They are scattered throughout God’s Word . . . in the ancient … Continue reading →

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In Awe

Ok . . . you want to re-invoke a bit of awe factor? You want to go back to the basics and, in turn, turn on the praise machine? You want to hover over some realities that will ultimately result … Continue reading →

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Confidence

I’m pondering an invitation this morning. Reflecting on the access gifted to me. Chewing on the wonder of a door opened to me. The invitation is to draw near to a throne. The access is to a footstool before a … Continue reading →

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The “Rest” of the Story

Exhausting . . . this past week has been exhausting . . . physically, psychologically, and emotionally. But we’re recovering. Sleeping better at night . . . continuing to process the reality of a very surreal experience . . . … Continue reading →

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A Bit Overwhleming

A bit overwhelmed this morning. A week ago my Tuesday started out very normal . . . a week later, looking back, there has been nothing normal about the past 7 days. What a trip! Not even a blip on … Continue reading →

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Dread or Delight

Everybody’s going to see Jesus someday. Everyone will one day behold His splendor and glory. But, I’m reminded by my readings this morning that not everyone is anticipating it . . . not everyone will welcome it . . . … Continue reading →

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The Reverse Occurred

Have been reading through Esther this week. Always enjoy this read. Always intrigued by the absolute absence of any mention of God — how creative is my God? . . . Esther too is a God-breathed, forever God preserved piece … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Servant

He must have known it wasn’t necessarily going to turn out well. Three others had gone before him. All had been beaten . . . all had been treated shamefully . . . all returned empty handed. And now he … Continue reading →

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Who’s My Savior?

Titus has got to be one of the “unsung hero” books of the Bible. Don’t recall hearing it preached on very often. Don’t really remember ever entering into a deep discussion about the gems contained in this part of God’s … Continue reading →

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