Author Archives: Pete

Buy Truth (2016 Remix)

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Pete

Thoughts from 10 years ago . . . Last night I worked on some budgeting with one of my girls. She and I sat together in front of a computer screen and an open spreadsheet–me typing, she telling me what … Continue reading →

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Surely There Is A Future

Posted on September 2, 2026 by Pete

This morning, reading in Proverbs 23, it’s a much needed reminder within a familiar refrain that causes me to pause. The underlying heartbeat of Proverbs is that of a father wanting fullness of life for his son. The instructions, the … Continue reading →

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Don’t Hang with An Angry World

Posted on September 1, 2026 by Pete

I read the exhortation of the Proverb, and it hits me with the weight of another command found in Paul’s letter to the Corinthians; “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers” (2Corinthians 6:14). Don’t become partners with those who reject … Continue reading →

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Discernment

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Pete

The ESV calls it a “power”, along with Wuest and Philips. The NKJV, NASB, and CSB say it’s a “sense.” They all say it’s a mark of spiritual maturity. It is discernment. The writer of Hebrews has been contending for … Continue reading →

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You Coming?

Posted on August 28, 2026 by Pete

Chewing on Hebrews 4 this morning and the promise of a rest that “remains” for the people of God — a Sabbath rest. The kind of rest God modeled at creation. A “finished from the foundation of the world” rest … Continue reading →

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An Ear and An Exhortation

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Pete

In the latter part of Hebrews 3, the writer of Hebrews breaks it down. He doesn’t mince words why those delivered from Egypt spent 40 years doing laps in the wilderness. They “heard and yet rebelled”, they “sinned” and “were … Continue reading →

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It’s a Mystery (2016 Remix)

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Pete

Oh, how I needed this today. Some thoughts from 10 years ago . . . Double blessing . . . it brought to mind a video clip from the distant past which introduced the Martins to the Gaither-o-sphere . . … Continue reading →

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Firm Faith, Firm Footing (2016 Remix)

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Pete

Only the fourth time this month I have had the space after my morning readings to type a few thoughts. It’s been a busy, busy month. And even this morning, after a sleepless night so far, there’s not much capacity … Continue reading →

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Rubbing Shoulders with Wisdom (2016 Rerun)

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Pete

Sharing some thoughts from 10 years ago on this day in my reading plan . . . They’re not rocket science, but they can be life changing. So many of them are just common sense but, for those who are … Continue reading →

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Obligation

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Pete

Maybe it’s because I know how short-lived it’s going to be. Maybe it’s because I’ve read these chapters before and I know that eventually Nehemiah is going to resort to literally trying to beat people into obedience (Neh. 13:25). Maybe … Continue reading →

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