The Cleansing of the Temple …for zeal for your house consumes me, and the insults of those who insult you fall on me (Psalm 69:9). Jesus entered the city and went up to the temple. It was Passover, the biggest … Continue reading
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Note: I’m pausing 1 Corinthians as we celebrate Holy Week. Not that every week isn’t holy, but you know what I mean. Palm Sunday The Triumphal Entry Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout, Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your king … Continue reading
…God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) It’s Valentine’s Day, right? OK, so let’s talk love. Forget the hearts and flowers. Forget the candy. OK, remember candy. … Continue reading
One thing I ask of the Lord; this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him … Continue reading
The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1) We have just celebrated the New Year. When you think about it, it’s just … Continue reading
If any man be in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away, behold, all things have become new! (2 Corinthians 5:17) New day. New year. New you? We serve a God of second chances and new … Continue reading
One thing I ask of the Lord; this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him … Continue reading
He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this. (Isaiah 9:7) Not through political activism. Not … Continue reading
Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. (Isaiah 9:7) I’m not really a fan of big government. More of a low taxes, leavemealoneandlletmelivemylifewithoutyouconstantlytellingmewhattodoandtryingtoprotectmefrommyself kind of guy. But His government? I’m all in. You know, … Continue reading
Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6) We know him by many names. Jesus Christ Alpha Omega Emmanuel I Am Lamb of God Prince of Peace Mighty God Light of the World The Bright Morning Star Wonderful Counselor The Amen Man of … Continue reading