Yesterday we noted the outward renewal of our life which is to bear the image of our Creator. That was the intent and purpose of God from the beginning; to share His likeness. (Genesis 1:26-27) However, the restoring of that image marred by sin is by His renewal that begins within and continues on through our … [Read more...] about RENEWED! (Part 2 of 2)
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A KEEPER?
In the fourth chapter of Genesis we read of the first murder when Cain allowed his anger to take control of him. Remember how Cain responded to God when God asked him where his brother, Abel, was. We read. . . “(9) Then the Lord said to … [Read more...] about A KEEPER?
WHAT’S HAPPENING WITHIN?
In the summer of 1979 -- as I was working with the church in Toledo, Washington -- we had a congregational campout at the beautiful and serene Spirit Lake in the shadow of majestic Mount Saint Helens. It was such a calm setting for our personal reflection and worship together. There in the peaceful midst of part … [Read more...] about WHAT’S HAPPENING WITHIN?
RISING ABOVE!
When I look up to the tops of hills, what generally goes through my mind is imagining the view that can be seen from there. When hiking, it takes work to reach the heights, but when the height is reached, the loaded pack comes off and the view is enjoyed. It is then acknowledged as having been worth what was endured in order to get … [Read more...] about RISING ABOVE!
NOT “I”-LESS!
“I” is in “gift”, but is that what gifts are about? Are gifts about getting? That is something we enjoy and we ought to express due appreciation for what we do receive. However, another manner in which “I” enters into the giving of gifts is when there is the personal desire to gain the attention for having been … [Read more...] about NOT “I”-LESS!
