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For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; all your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:13-14) You were made by … Continue reading
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Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (James 1:17). He wants good things for you. He has given good things to you. I’m … Continue reading
The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position (James 1:9). Who do you think you are? Do you think you’re kind of a nuthinburger, with a dead-end job, an empty bank account, a lonely heart, … Continue reading
…and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God (Ephesians 3:19). This love that surpasses knowledge…a love that is more than my brain can contain…frankly, that he loves … Continue reading
…neither height nor depth nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 8:39). Of course there’s nothing in the physical world that can … Continue reading
Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who is he that condemns? (Romans 8:33-34a). Usually it’s me. For the most part, I am the one who brings charges against me; I … Continue reading
It’s show time…again. Last night, Beauty and the Beast opened at LifeHouse Theater. This time, Carissa and I are in the production. It was supposed to be Cathy’s turn to audition for a show, but when it comes to making … Continue reading
For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father” (Romans 8:15). Interesting how similar Paul’s discussion of fear is to … Continue reading
Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6) It’s Christmas Day. A day when we celebrate peace on Earth. A day that can be, ironically, one of the most hectic and stressful of the year. For some of you, today will be a … Continue reading
…Mighty God, (Isaiah 9:6) As we move into Christmas week, all sorts of emotions are getting stirred up. Although we would like to say we are focused strictly on the birth of our Savior, the fact is this can be … Continue reading