Author Archives: Pete

Hugging Back

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Pete

Ever been involved in a “one way hug”? . . . either as the hugger or the huggee? You know . . . when you’re so glad to see someone that you rush up to them and wrap your arms … Continue reading →

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Writing It Off

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Pete

My first car was a ’55 Chevy. Beauty. My parents gave it to me. For free! They said it was mine . . . and that I could drive it as soon as I could pay for putting a new … Continue reading →

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Such Men

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Pete

There is something about considering unsung heroes that’s kind of refreshing. Time spent noodling on those lesser known, hardly mentioned, every day Christians who are called out by the Spirit of God in the word of God for a bit … Continue reading →

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Hold Fast . . . Hold Forth . . .

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Pete

Before this morning, I don’t think it’s ever occurred to me that I have literally grown up with the opening phrase of Philippians 2:16. Grown up, not in the physical sense . . . but in the spiritual sense . … Continue reading →

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Twelve Simple Words

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Pete

It probably is one of the most inspiring yet most convicting declarations of Scripture. Just twelve simple words strung together . . . every word just a single syllable . . . in fact the longest word in this “mission … Continue reading →

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If You Say So

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Pete

You sense that the request came out of nowhere. One moment Jesus is teaching . . . the next he’s telling them to go fishing. Now I know some guys who all you have to do is show them a … Continue reading →

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Freewill Offerings

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Pete

The concept of freewill offerings is pretty well established in the Scriptures. In the Old Testament, these could be either monetary or sacrificial offerings which were presented above and beyond the required tithe and animals sacrifices for atonement. Whether it … Continue reading →

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Faith in Faith

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Pete

Reading in the latter part of Ephesians 6 this morning . . . considering again that I’m in a wrestling match . . . commanded again to “be strong in the Lord” and “to stand” . . . reflecting again … Continue reading →

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Word of God Speak

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Pete

The atmosphere in that Nazareth synagogue on that morning must have been charged with anticipation as Jesus stood to read. I bet you could have heard a pin drop as all eyes fixed on Joseph’s son. I’m guessing the news … Continue reading →

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Wrinkle Free

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Pete

The command is clear . . . the example is glorious. What I am to do is beyond dispute . . . Who I am to emulate is beyond description. The opportunity to be an object lesson should inspire me … Continue reading →

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