In Matthew 7, in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells the story of two houses. One was built on solid rock. The rains fell, the wind blew, the floods of life came, but that built on solid rock house stood firm. The other house was built on sand. The rains fell, the wind blew, … Continue reading Bible Note #42: Studies in James #1–James 1:1-4
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Quote of Note #100: No Panic in Heaven
"The Lord never makes a mistake. One day, when we are in heaven, I'm sure we shall see the answers to the whys. My, how often I have asked, 'Why?' In heaven, we shall see God's side of the embroidery. God has no problems--only plans. There is never panic in heaven." Corrie ten Boom, He … Continue reading Quote of Note #100: No Panic in Heaven
Pastor Notes #6
A pastoral note to an early, middle-aged widow who had just announce her engagement to be remarried, names and certain other details have been changed to protect confidentiality: I'm sorry I didn't respond as soon as I received you letter. I intended to, but it has been an unexpectly hectic week or so. I really … Continue reading Pastor Notes #6
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