As we were leaving church one morning, my wife mentioned something in passing about King David as a “big ticket sinner.” The comment started me thinking about how we talk about sin and sinning in our lives. During what we might call “Bathshebagate,” he had an adulterous affair with Bathsheba and murdered the woman’s husband, Uriah… [Read more…]
November 15, 2011
The way we choose things in our lives is sometimes mind-blowing.
November 7, 2011
So many people wander this world absolutely missing you, Lord. You are always looking for those who will seek you, even though there are none who live wisely. May we lift our eyes to seek you, living in the refuge of your presence and rejoicing in the promise of your salvation. Amen. Explore the text… [Read more…]
November 6, 2011
Great God of heaven and earth, to whom belongs all the praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength, may we fall down on our faces in worship all our lives, joining the saints around the throne, looking for that day when your kingdom comes and all is sheltered in… [Read more…]
November 2, 2011
Holy God, the troubles of our hearts loom large, and our distress is often deep. Turn graciously to us in our affliction and loneliness, forgiving all our many sins and guarding our souls in the refuge of your mercy. Amen. Explore the text for this post: Psalm 25.16-20.
November 1, 2011
Holy God, who remembers his people and shows his love forever, may we not fear in our souls and worry in our hearts, knowing that you always hear us; may our hearts trust in your mercy and rejoice in your salvation as we sing the praises of your faithfulness. Explore the text for this post:… [Read more…]
February 9, 2012
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