Tag Archives: Hebrews 12:1

Missed Gratitude for Long Legacies

I’m part of a church established more than a hundred years ago. Folks long dead had the faith to buy the property and build a house of worship. I’ve listened to sermons, vacuumed the sanctuary, taught Bible lessons and served … Continue reading

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Solus Christus

  Continuing with the five solas of the Reformation — Solus Christus, Only Christ:   Acts 4:11-12 (NIV) Jesus is “‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.” Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other … Continue reading

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Your People

  Think for a moment of your people, the folks who’ve had a part in your faith journey:     Your ancestors–from Adam to your parents. The dear saints who founded the church where you worship. Everyone who taught you … Continue reading

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Hallowed Witnesses

Today is the day after Hallowed Eve. It is All Saints’ Day, sometimes called All Hallows’ Day or Hallowmas. It celebrates the spiritual connection between the hallowed folks who have gone before and those of us still living:   Hebrews … Continue reading

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Not a Secret

    How do you vote?   Touch a screen Punch a chad Check a box Push a lever In private. Or not. Hebrews 12:1 (NIV) We are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses. Heavenly eyes are on … Continue reading

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