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A Week of Passion

Pandemic or no, this is Holy Week, a time to remember the Passion of Christ. Why Passion? We don’t find that title in Scripture. It comes from Latin, passio, suffering. We remember how Christ suffered on our behalf. Most of … Continue reading

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Shelter at Home in Prayer

I can think of nothing more appropriate for today than this prayer posted two weeks ago:  

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Pandemic, Perplexity and Purpose

“I will trust Him. Whatever, wherever I am, I can never be thrown away. If I am in sickness, my sickness may serve Him; in perplexity, my perplexity may serve Him; if I am in sorrow, my sorrow may serve … Continue reading

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Pestilence, Plague and Protection

    Act wisely, and fear not:   Psalm 91:1-3, 5-6 (NIV) Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and … Continue reading

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A Simple Picture of Power over the Pandemic

  I have a simple question: If there were no new COVID-19 cases tomorrow morning, would you give God the credit?   We’re looking to flatten the curve. What if God ended it? Ephesians 3:20 (NIRV) God is able to … Continue reading

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Put the Plague on Pause

  Here’s an Old Testament plague story. King David knowingly disobeyed God, and there were consequences–with a limit set by God:   1 Chronicles 21:14-15  (NIV) So the Lord sent a plague on Israel, and seventy thousand men of Israel … Continue reading

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Post-Plague Prayer

2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin … Continue reading

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No Safe Shelter for the Homeless

  Most of you will read this post from the comfort of your own home. Sheltering in your home is a safe option. What about those who don’t have a home?   Here’s a March 20th report from Pix11.com: “An … Continue reading

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Ever-Lovin’ Soul

  “The soul that walks in love neither tires others nor grows tired.” St. John of the Cross (1542-1591)      

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Restoring my Soul

  I’m a soul under construction. My mind, will and emotions are a work in progress. God isn’t finished with me yet.   First up in God’s tool box? His Word, the Bible: Psalm 19:7 (NASB) The law of the … Continue reading

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