“… in biblical language the word (meek) is used most often to indicate a subservient and trusting attitude before God, and this makes meekness generally a vertical virtue rather than a horizontal one. It is the characteristic that makes a man bow low before God in order that he may stand high before other men;…
Beautiful day, terrible day
Today was a gorgeous day. Great weather, good company (just sorely missing one family), got a lot accomplished. Had a good day with my new smoker, got the boat in the water, cover on the lift, new bird feeder installed, played games with the grandkids, a wonderful day. But it was also a terrible day.…
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Begin with God
Blessed…
Before we are blessed here: And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for…
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Learning is a lifelong project
I just got a new book today, but I’m sure that doesn’t surprise anyone. I actually bought two copies, with the thought of donating one to the church’s library. The book is based on A W Tozer’s book “The Attributes of God“, and is titled appropriately “The Attributes of God for Kids”. As I leafed…
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Devoted to Prayer
“Prayer may weigh on your conscience, but there are no reminders, no complaints. Those who are not prayed for aren’t aware they are forgotten. Prayer requests stay on the task list for the day, but they easily get passed over as you address more pressing demands.” from “Pray for the Flock: Ministering God’s Grace Through…
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Good news!
For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off…
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What a sermon!
Getting ready to start a series on the Sermon on the Mount in Sunday school. This is going to be something! Three quick quotes from D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones as a teaser. If you find yourself arguing with the Sermon on the Mount at any point, it means either that there is something wrong with you…
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Thank you?
Jonah’s Psalm
Today’s sermon was from Jonah 2:1-10, Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the whale, or great fish. Here’s a song based on that same text. If you heard the sermon, this will serve as a good backdrop or reminder. If you didn’t hear it, the link to listen is below. Here’s the text from Jonah.…
