I do not think I exaggerate when I say that some of us put our offering in the plate with a kind of triumphant bounce as much as to say, "There--now God will feel better!" . . . I am obliged to tell you that God does not need anything you have. He does … Continue reading Pastor Note #21 — The Meaning of Money, the Power of Giving
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Pastor Note #20 — The Spiritual Exercise of Giving
So, my exercise regimen tends to change from time to time. I am easily bored. By switching from one thing to another – health club to high school pool to brisk walks in the neighborhood to strenuous biking. I am currently in-between exercise programs. I sort of like going to the gym. Well, actually, I … Continue reading Pastor Note #20 — The Spiritual Exercise of Giving
Bible Note #5 — Deuteronomy 13:1-5
Deuteronomy 13 1 If a prophet, or one who foretells by dreams, appears among you and announces to you a miraculous sign or wonder, 2 and if the sign or wonder of which he has spoken takes place, and he says, "Let us follow other gods" (gods you have not known) "and let us worship … Continue reading Bible Note #5 — Deuteronomy 13:1-5
Prayer Notes #10 — Knowing and Doing
A Prayer about Knowing and Doing Father of my life, Shepherd of my soul, you have made me, and you know the purposes you have for me in this troubled life. Raise me above the troubles and struggles, so that I may see the purpose you have for me. I won't pretend that it is … Continue reading Prayer Notes #10 — Knowing and Doing
Prayer Notes #9–Wanting What You Want, Lord, Then Doing What I Want
Savior, thank you for your unfailing presence with me. Thank you for reminding me that everything I do is filled with meaning in you. You know that I struggle against and resist so much of what you lay before me to do, because I don't "feel like" doing it. So very much of my meaning … Continue reading Prayer Notes #9–Wanting What You Want, Lord, Then Doing What I Want
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