Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21 ESV) I was studying this statement by Paul this…
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Deny what?
There’s a battle going on in a place you shouldn’t expect. It’s been going on for ages, and has taken quite a toll. The battleground is the local church, any church, take your pick, and the cause of the battle is music. It’s probably not news to many, as most in a church have participated…
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Perspective is everything
Our store in Grand Rapids (Comstock Park, actually) was robbed at gunpoint last night. When I was told well after the fact by my son who runs it a number of thoughts raced around my head. What was stolen? Is everyone OK? Did they catch the thieves? All pretty good questions, if I do say…
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Christmas videos
A Facebook friend recently shared a video, and I watched it. I know, that’s what you’re supposed to do, but I don’t usually do it. I’m not big on clicking recommended links from Facebook, but I liked the looks of Christmas With a Capital “C” by Go Fish. I might not have watched it had…
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Hark, how all the welkin rings
Charles Wesley wrote these words as the opening verse to one of our favorite Christmas carols. I think most of us are happy that one of his friends changed it before publishing it, albeit without his knowledge, to “Hark! the herald angels sing”. I know I’m a little more comfortable with herald angels than welkin,…
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It Snowed!
It snowed last night here in northern Michigan. That’s not an unusual occurrence most years, but I think we got as much last night as we have all winter so far. It got me to thinking as I looked outside and actually ventured out to take pictures. (No, I don’t shovel much, so that wasn’t…
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Does this include NFL referees?
“… never think you behave yourselves as becomes Christians, except when you sincerely, sensibly, and fervently love all men, of whatever party or opinion, and whether friendly or unkind, just or injurious, to you or your friends, or to the cause and kingdom of Christ.” Jonathan Edwards
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One who is perfect
“Bear with me a little, and I will show you, for I have yet something to say on God’s behalf. I will get my knowledge from afar and ascribe righteousness to my Maker. For truly my words are not false; one who is perfect in knowledge is with you.” (Job 36:2-4 ESV) I loved this…
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Old pictures
I’ve been going through old photo albums, looking for a specific picture for our son Peter and came across a couple that had me chuckling to myself (LSTMABPSI). First was a “This is your life” presentation done for us in 1982. Yep. 1982. We were all of 29 years old, and the Trailblazers at South…
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Joy Comes in the Morning
Wake up, wake up you sleepy head, Get up, get out of your bed. Cheer up, cheer up the sun is red, Live, love, laugh and be happy! And don’t forget to give praise to God, whose mercies are new every day.
