Life Notes—September 13, 2012 “How great a forest is set ablaze by a small fire! And the tongue is a fire. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. For every … Continue reading Sticks and Stones
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Grace and Fear
Life Notes—July 19, 2012 “For as the heavens are high above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him…” Psalm 103:11 “’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; how precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.” From Amazing Grace, John Newton, … Continue reading Grace and Fear
A Spirit of Adoption
Life Notes—May 31, 2012 “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received a spirit of adoption. When we cry, ‘Abba! Father!’ it is that very Spirit bearing witness with our spirit … Continue reading A Spirit of Adoption
Honoring Our Parents
Life Notes—May 10, 2012 “Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12 When I was young I thought my parents were awesome. They were so smart and strong always there when I needed them. As a teenager … Continue reading Honoring Our Parents
Doubting Christians
Life Notes—April 12, 2012 “But he said to them, ‘Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands, and put my finger in the mark of the nails and my hand in his side, I will not believe.’” John 20:25b Many of us feel guilty for our doubts. “Have a little faith,” we’re … Continue reading Doubting Christians
Contemplating Grace 