Tag Archives: mystery

When It Pleased God

Posted on May 11, 2022 by Pete

Reading Galatians 1 this morning. Reading about the gospel of Christ — about those who seek to distort it, of Paul who would defend it, and of the Galatians who so quickly deserted it. But rather than being caught up … Continue reading →

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A Revealer of Mysteries (2011 Rerun)

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Pete

RRF . . . Rerun Friday. It’s a thing. Actually, it’s not a thing. But this morning it will be. Here’s some thoughts on my opening reading in Daniel from 10 years ago. The story is classic . . . … Continue reading →

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A Glorious Mystery

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Pete

It sits in the shade, as it should. But glorious truth in the shade of “glorious-er” truth should still be jaw-dropping. But sometimes we become accustomed to that which should evoke awe, too familiar with that which should foster praise, … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Know Why

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Pete

They’re back to back, certainly it’s no accident. You can’t help but think the contrasting facts are intentionally juxtaposed against one another so that we’ll pick up on something that’s being laid down. The what is easy? It’s the why … Continue reading →

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Christ In You

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Pete

Paul says it’s “the mystery hidden for ages and generations but now revealed to the saints” (Col. 1:26). A secret thing of the Divine not readily available to the cognitive capabilities or the innate understanding of men and women. It’s … Continue reading →

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The Mystery

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Pete

After over 3 weeks on the shores of Maui, time to break camp. Been a great reset. Mission accomplished: rest, reflection, rejuvenation . . . and some reading along the way. Now time to head back into the fray. And … Continue reading →

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I Know a Secret

Posted on March 28, 2018 by Pete

I know a secret. Most times I forget that I have privileged “insiders” knowledge because most of the people I hang with do too. Nevertheless, I reminded this morning that I know a secret. It’s an ancient secret, hidden wisdom … Continue reading →

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Don’t Need Fire From Heaven

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Pete

A longer than normal post this morning. Re-working some thoughts from 2009 on today’s readings . . . Talk about your high drama and suspense! They had been at it for hours. The 450 prophets of Baal and the 400 … Continue reading →

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