Monthly Archives: July 2019

The reality of suffering

In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. Hebrews 2:10 Now and again I need to … Continue reading

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Summer jopy!

The hay field behind our house is marvelous.  The rows and sunflowers and fence shape a beautiful and restful scene.

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Our position in Christ

Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Colossians 3:1 Paul writes to those who have been “raised with Christ.”  People who have not … Continue reading

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Who is Titus?

… while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. Titus 2:13 This is Titus writing.  Jesus is the blessed hope.  There is no other.  He will appear again, in … Continue reading

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A love relationship

Walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:2 I love the opening phrase, “Walk in love.”  Not in hate or judgement, … Continue reading

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Some thoughts about God

The glory of Summer are upon us – the hummer that paid us a visit this morning, the lush heavy laden sunflowers outside our kitchen window, the cat bird squealing!  I do love Summer.  A special treat this morning was … Continue reading

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Saved by grace alone

The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 2 Corinthians 4:4 Satan does not want … Continue reading

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The way to live with God

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, … Continue reading

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Anna Ruth refreshing the hummer feeder

A hummer showed up a day or so ago, after an hiatus, and so Anna Ruth is replenishing the feeder!  Hope they return as they often do later in the Summer.

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From death to life!

“Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.” John 5:24 These words come from Jesus, our Lord.  … Continue reading

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