- So . . . I'm "feeding myself" in the morning from God's Word and thought I'd post what I'm chewin' on and make my "food" available for others who might want to nibble a bit. Hope it's of some benefit to you . . .
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Category Archives: Ezra
The Wisdom of God in Our Hands
If there’s anything the Spirit wants us to know about Ezra, it’s that he was a man of the Word, as in “God’s word”. Sure, when he’s introduced in Ezra 7 the first thing mentioned is that he was the … Continue reading
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Tagged bible reading, bible study, the Word of God, wisdom, wisdom of God, word of God speak
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Building the House
Okay, it may be an Old Testament declaration but, with a slight, two-letter modification, I think it would be fit for a New Testament t-shirt. Back story: “The adversaries of Judah and Benjamin have heard that the returned exiles are … Continue reading
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Tagged a spiritual temple, God's building program, living stones, temple of God, the church
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Let’s Be Simplistic
Not to be overly simplistic, but . . . Uh, no. Let’s be simplistic. Knowing God makes all the difference. Hovering over the opening verses of Ezra this morning. And one verse in particular has me thinking this, if every … Continue reading
Stir It Up
It’s one of those verses in Scripture that, for me, spikes the awe-o-meter. But not because it’s reveals explicitly the glory of God, or describes directly the nature of His holy character, or chronicles thoroughly the mighty work of His … Continue reading
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Tagged fear of God, God's leading, holy fear, stewardship, the fear of God
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God’s Good Hand
I’m not sure who said it, but as I hover over Ezra’s continuing story, I’m reminded of someone saying, “We’re all worship hogs!” But Ezra wasn’t. Though, within the heart of man, there might be the natural desire to want … Continue reading
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Tagged giving God the glory, God is good, good hand of God, the Word of God
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First Things First
Had a great conversation yesterday morning. Talked about Jesus’ exclusive claim that He is “the way, the truth, and the life” and that no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). That, throughout God’s word, the way … Continue reading
God’s Good Hand
Perspective . . . it makes all the difference. The filter through which we see life, and live life, really is what defines the “quality of life.” And, what’s got me thinking about this is a phrase that is repeated … Continue reading
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The Enemy’s Playbook
While we have an enemy, we also have the power to resist him. While he is a deceptive snake, he is not particularly unpredictable. His methods to oppose God and God’s people have been exposed . . . his tactics … Continue reading
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A Measure of Revival
Sometimes, some of the brightest gems can be found in the darkest places. I’m reading in Ezra 9 this morning . . . kind of depressing, actually . . . but in the repentant cry of Ezra before His sinned … Continue reading
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Weeping & Praising Can Go Together
It must have been quite the scene. It must have been quite the sound! People shouting for joy . . . people crying out in anguish of soul. Those singing out songs of praise and thanksgiving at the tops of … Continue reading
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