In speaking about Christ, Paul noted His eternal nature and preeminence in His having been involved in bringing creation to life (Colossians 1:16) and being the One remaining the sustainer of all things. (Colossians 1:17) When John introduced the Messiah in his gospel, he stated that “In him was life, and … [Read more...] about ALL ABOUT LIFE!
Salvation
PURPOSEFUL (Part 2 of 3)
Divine purpose was behind Creation and is behind the continued sustaining of life. When the time came for Jesus to fulfill His earthly mission, He did so with the Divine purpose in mind. Though there were many times Jesus touched others physically, it was the spiritual connection and need of … [Read more...] about PURPOSEFUL (Part 2 of 3)
CLOSER ATTENTION!
We live in a region with current and tidal activity. That means boats must be tethered to a dock or a secured anchor to keep them from drifting. I remember about this time last year while my wife and I were paddling around in our canoe to take pictures of boats anchored in Port Townsend Bay for our community’s annual wooden … [Read more...] about CLOSER ATTENTION!
DISTANCED, BUT NEAR!
The “idiom “out of sight, out of mind” -- according to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary -- is “used to mean that a person stops thinking about something or someone if he or she does not see that thing or person for a period of time.” It refers to that which is easily forgotten or ignored. Perhaps this is saddest … [Read more...] about DISTANCED, BUT NEAR!
STORY OF DELIVERENCE!
Within recent weeks I have seen people on the news recounting having been delivered from flood waters, or of being rescued after a fall in the mountains, and being dragged to safety from a burning vehicle. These are stories those individuals will probably recount more than once. Being experiences they are likely … [Read more...] about STORY OF DELIVERENCE!
