Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us (Matthew 6:12). Your translation probably says “Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors,” but I like this version, and it’s my blog, so… I’m actually pretty … Continue reading
Give us this day our daily bread (Matthew 6:11). Just enough to get me through the day. Not too much, or I might get prideful. Not too little, or I might not make it at all. Just…enough. How about … Continue reading
…your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10). I think the hardest part of the whole living for God thing can be found in this verse. Because God doesn’t always listen to … Continue reading
…hallowed be your name…(Matthew 6:9) Hallowed You know, like holy. The Jews were so intense when it came to the holiness of God that they wouldn’t even utter the name YAHWEH. They considered it blasphemy. I remember as a kid … Continue reading
This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father in heaven…(Matthew 6:9) Not Mighty God Not Lord of the Universe Not Holy One Not Creator Not Sustainer Not Giver and Taker of Life Not Commander of the Heavenly Host Even … Continue reading
Give thanks with a grateful heart. Give thanks to the Holy One. Give thanks because he’s given Jesus Christ, his son. And now let the weak say, “I am strong…” Let the poor say, “I am rich,” Because of what … Continue reading
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever (1 Chronicles 16: 34). Busy day today. You’ve got a turkey to burn, cranberries to sauce, potatoes to mash, tables to set, dishes to break, shards to … Continue reading
Give thanks with a grateful heart. Give thanks to the Holy One. Give thanks because he’s given Jesus Christ, his son. And now, let the weak say, “I am strong…” Let the poor say, “I am rich,” Because of what … Continue reading
Give thanks with a grateful heart. Give thanks to the Holy One. Give thanks because he’s given Jesus Christ, his son. And now, let the weak say, “I am strong…” Context is really important. This line from Don Moen’s song … Continue reading
As we close in on Thanksgiving, I’m going to look at one of my favorite worship songs. It’s written by Don Moen. Part of it is Scripture; all of it is scriptural. Feel free to sing along! Give thanks with … Continue reading