October 2016 – Contemplating Grace

How Did I Miss That? Part 17: The Power Behind Powerlessness

October 27, 2016June 19, 2017 by Greg Hildenbrand, posted in devotion, Life Notes, meditation, Spirituality

How Did I Miss That? Part 17: The Power Behind Powerlessness But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore I am content with … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 17: The Power Behind Powerlessness

How Did I Miss That? Part 16: Meekness is not Weakness

October 20, 2016June 19, 2017 by Greg Hildenbrand, posted in devotion, Life Notes, meditation, Spirituality

How Did I Miss That? Part 16: Meekness is not Weakness Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5 Among the definitions for the word meek are docile, spiritless, obsolete, and overly submissive or compliant. These do not sound particularly holy, given that Jesus says the meek will inherit the earth. … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 16: Meekness is not Weakness

How Did I Miss That? Part 15: Brokenness Leads to Wholeness

October 13, 2016June 19, 2017 by Greg Hildenbrand, posted in devotion, Life Notes, meditation, Spirituality

How Did I Miss That? Part 15: Brokenness Leads to Wholeness The sacrifice acceptable to God is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise. Psalm 51:17 The egg shell must be broken at the right time for the chick to emerge. The caterpillar must be broken and bound … Continue reading How Did I Miss That? Part 15: Brokenness Leads to Wholeness