Author Archives: Pete

Has My Back

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Pete

David, in Psalm 103:2, encourages the listeners of this particular “tune-age” to “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits” . . . this morning, I’m finding myself still discovering benefits . . . being blessed … Continue reading →

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Joanna

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Pete

Don’t ask me why she caught my eye this morning . . . but she did . . . and I just can’t shake her. She kind of appeared out of nowhere . . . though I must have seen … Continue reading →

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A Living ROI

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Pete

In my business world we talk about ROI . . . Return On Investment. Kind of an important concept . . . basically it’s a measure of “was it worth it?” What did we get for the amount spent? Did … Continue reading →

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Substance

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Pete

You know, while we have our preferences . . . and while we can be critical of other versions . . . at the end of the day, we should be thankful that God has raised up men and women … Continue reading →

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A Jesus Encounter

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Pete

It has to be one of the most amazing “Jesus encounters” recorded in the gospels. It provides hope for those who appear to be beyond hope . . . it illustrates the degree to which we are saved by grace … Continue reading →

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What a Return Policy!

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Pete

For anyone who knows my wife, they know that she is a Costco shopper. Started out of necessity . . . what, with 5 kids of our own . . . and the associated “gaggle” of friends they bring . … Continue reading →

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Behold My Servant!

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Pete

“Behold! My Servant whom I uphold, my Elect One in whom My soul delights!” (Isa. 42:1) So began my readings this morning . . . such was the tone set for my encounter with God’s Son through God’s Holy Word … Continue reading →

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His Hand

Posted on September 6, 2010 by Pete

There’s something about getting to Isaiah 40 that lifts the spirit. For most of the past 39 chapters the tone has been confrontational and judgmental . . . appropriately so, for God will not share his glory with another . … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Rush Disneyland

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Pete

A bit of a flashback comes to mind this morning. I’m thinking it was 1983 or ’86 . . . and I’m in California for work, attending a conference . . . Anaheim California, in fact . . . home … Continue reading →

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A Most Excellent Ministry

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Pete

It has got to be one of the most commonly asked questions between two people who have just met and start to engage in small talk, “What do you do for a living?” It’s usually a good starting point. Has … Continue reading →

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