06 Nov
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The Mystery of Ephesians 3
In Ephesians 3 Paul reveals to us a mystery he says was hidden to his ancestors. Verse 6 reads, “This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, members together of one body, and sharers together...
Posted at 11:11h
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An elderly man shuffled into Denny’s this evening using a walker but he was not humped over like most people with walkers. His dark skin was accented by curled white hair around his forehead. He wore a black suit with a black shirt buttoned at...
Posted at 12:34h
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One of our schools had an electronic recycle fundraiser today. So I went around the house gathering unused devices. I was amazed at the assembled pile of obsolete equipment. As I looked at them I remembered how excited we were when each was obtained. And...
Posted at 12:35h
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If we were making a top ten list of the best things Jesus ever said Luke 19:5 has to be included. We read, “When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, 'Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house...
Posted at 13:52h
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While thinking about a top ten list of the things Jesus said, I would like to add yet another. To the woman apprehended in the world’s oldest profession Jesus said, “Neither do I condemn you. Go and sin no more.” Please note, He did not...
Posted at 13:40h
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In the early 70’s Chevrolet defined America as “baseball, hotdogs, apple pie and (of course) Chevrolet.” At that time one of my friends and his family became naturalized American citizens. It was a time of great joy. To celebrate we gave them a baseball, a...
Posted at 12:52h
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I paused to watch some construction. It reminded me of a childhood summer when several new homes were being built in my neighborhood. I haunted the masons, carpenters, plumbers and electricians. They didn’t seem to mind for often they included me in the soft drinks...
Posted at 12:38h
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Brian Williams, the news anchor for NBC each evening at 6:30, often invites guests to speak to a particular story. When they are finished Mr. Williams concludes by saying, “As always.” Since my awareness level has been raised I am hearing it quite often in...
Posted at 15:07h
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In 2013 the game four of the World Series ended abruptly when the Red Sox pitcher picked off the Cardinal’s runner on first base. It was the last out in the bottom of the ninth inning. One pitch to first and it was over. The...
Posted at 13:39h
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When I was in high school I asked my Bible teacher how we knew Scripture was inspired. His answer was less than inspired. He said, “Because it says so.” Then he showed me 2 Timothy 3:16. “All Scripture is God breathed (inspired) and is useful...