Caught In The Act (Reflections from John 8:1-11)

You kind have to wonder how the Pharisees caught the women in the act of adultery in John 8. What is really going on in this story anyway? I have always wondered if this was a set up. Adultery was a no-no and now this woman’s shameful secret was exposed. Quivering and guilt stricken she [...]

Relfections from Chap Clark’s Book, Hurt

Cultural shifts in this country have turned the tables if you will of what our grandparents "knew" as decent. We live in a world today vastly different than our grandparent’s world. Beyond the Internet, and cell phones we live a in world where our children are taught to question the validity of everything they are [...]

The People Divided…

"Thus the people were divided because of Jesus" (John 7:43).
 
I was reading John 7 today and came across these words, "the people were divided because of Jesus," contextually The Apostle John is relaying how because of Jesus’ deeds and testimony there were some who believed in Him, and others who didn’t. I want us to [...]

Family update

Last week my wife and our daughters went to stay with her mom and dad. I hate being alone. But Sunday night after our youth group fall retreat, I drove up pick them up. It was nice seeing them. My oldest daughter, Rachel who is now 2, ran to the door and gave me a [...]

Dietary Necessity…

"Just as the Living Father sent me and I live because of the Father, so the one who feeds on me will live because of me" (John 6:57).
 
I am typical of most Americans, overweight. Before you read any further, if you suffer from Dunlap disease too, please note I am not making fun of you. [...]

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My wife and daughters have been up at her mom’s all week. I don’t like being at the house alone. I should get to see them this weekend, and spend an extra day or two with her folks.
I am sure like many of you, I’ve been watching the coverage of hurricane Rita. Keep the [...]

Fwd: Scripture of the day: Friday, September 23, 2005

Scripture of the day: Friday, September 23, 2005
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"He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed" (Psalm 107:29).
 
A word from the Word: Read John 1:1-18
"The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us…"(John 1:14).
 
Food for Thought: How Far Will He Go?

 
Have you ever wondered why God would trade the [...]

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Scripture of the day: Thursday, September 22, 2005
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"My heart is steadfast O God; I will sing and make music with all my soul" (Psalm 108:1)
 
A word from the Word: Read Matthew 23:1-39
 
 
Food for Thought: My trash can
You’ll have to excuse me ahead of time, but I want to talk for a moment about my trash dumpster. [...]

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Scripture of the day: Wednesday, September 21, 2005
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"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever" (Psalm 107:1).
 
A word from the Word: Read Jeremiah 33:1-26
"Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things" Jer. 33:3
 
Food for Thought: See You at the Pole
This morning at 7:30 [...]

Fwd: Scripture of the day: Tuesday, September 20, 2005

Scripture of the day: Tuesday, September 20, 2005
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"He saved them from the hand of the foe; from the hand of the enemy he redeemed them" (Psalm 106:10).
 
A word from the Word: Read 2 Kings 13-17
"The Israelites secretly did things against the Lord that were not right…" 2 Kings 17:9
 
Food for Thought: Turn our hearts O [...]