Author Archives: Pete

Identifying

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Pete

So, I’m thinking it is wired into man to want to be part of something . . . to be identified with something. Around us it finds it’s manifestation in everything from bumper stickers to brand name clothes . . … Continue reading →

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As Living Stones

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Pete

That God is in the midst of a building program is clear in Scripture. He is the architect . . . the developer . . . the sub-contractor . . . the tradesman . . . and, He even supplies … Continue reading →

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Don’t Ask If You Already Know the Answer

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Pete

It’s one of those stories that just makes you cringe. You read the account and you know this is not going to turn out well. One of those cases where it would have been better if they had never said … Continue reading →

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Rechabites Among Us

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Pete

Jeremiah 35 records an interesting object lesson. It was a lesson for the people of the time . . . it is a lesson for the people of this time. And what grabs me about it, is a promise that … Continue reading →

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The Jesus Diet

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Pete

I don’t do well with diets. Not because I can’t be disciplined . . . but because I like food . . . I enjoy eating . . . I like taste. Sugar-free, fat-free, taste-free just doesn’t do it for … Continue reading →

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The Music Matters

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Pete

For the sake of unity we downplay it. Hymns vs. modern praise and worship or, as we used to call it, “choruses.” Piano only vs. a multi-piece band. Slow and reverent vs. up beat and joyful. The old songs of … Continue reading →

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The Thoughts

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Pete

Any way you look at it, they were there for the long haul . . . seventy years. Jeremiah’s letter (chapter 29) . . . a word from the Lord . . . promised a return to Jerusalem . . … Continue reading →

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The Spirit Without Measure

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Pete

I’m wrestling a bit this morning with a statement that I know is concerning Christ but I feel like applies to me as well. A truth that concerns the uniqueness of Jesus but which I feel is also true of … Continue reading →

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Up and Down . . .

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Pete

I had a buddy years ago that just kind of had a way with words. He was a trucker . . . but not with a stereotypical trucker’s mouth . . . in fact, this sinner saved by grace was … Continue reading →

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A Showdown

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Pete

“This town ain’t big enough for the two us.” So comes to mind this well worn cliché of the old western movie (and Toy Story) as I continue to read in James. I read that in the dynamics of the … Continue reading →

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