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TechnoratiPOST PUBLISHED INFebruary, 2011
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Astonishment
February 28th, 201108:06 AM ETScripture: They were exceedingly astonished and said among themselves, "Then who can be saved?" Jesus looked at them and said, "For human beings it is impossible, but not for God. All things are possible for God." Mark 10:26-27 Prayer: Let me ponder the question and Jesus' answer deeply. Response: Sometimes, rushing about, attending to one task a... -
Will manifest the motives of our hearts
February 27th, 201108:35 AM ETScripture: Therefore, do not make any judgment before the appointed time, until the Lord comes, for he will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will manifest the motives of our hearts, and then everyone will receive praise from God. 1 Corinthians 4:5 Prayer: Give me a deeper understanding of this verse. Response: Instead of applying the... -
In His own image
February 26th, 201108:42 AM ETScripture: The LORD from the earth created man, and in his own image he made him. Sirach 17:1 Prayer: Is there a more familiar verse? How can I understand the deeper meaning? Response: To begin with appreciate the sense of justice that resides within you; the compassion that is quite natural – almost second nature; the inclination to do good th... -
A sturdy shelter
February 25th, 201110:54 AM ETScripture: A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter; he who finds one finds a treasure. Sirach 6:14 Prayer: These words touch me this morning as I recall times when everything seemed in disarray but for those special friends who chose to be present with me. Response: As those faithful friends attest, they are not to be discouraged but remain steadfa... -
Deep waters
February 23rd, 201111:11 AM ETScripture: He reached down from on high and took hold of me; he drew me out of deep waters. Psalm 18:16 Prayer: How many times might I recall when the Lord reached down, as it were, and hauled me to safety in a moment? Help this awareness increase the intimacy and simplicity of my prayer. Response: Focus your attention on the manner in which... -
Nothing I lack
February 22nd, 201109:52 AM ETScripture: A psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. In green pastures you let me graze; to safe waters you lead me; you restore my strength. You guide me along the right path for the sake of your name. Even when I walk through a valley of the shadow of death, I fear no harm for you are at my side; your rod and staff ... -
Wisdom
February 21st, 201107:48 AM ETScripture: All wisdom comes from the LORD and with him it remains forever. The sand of the seashore, the drops of rain, the days of eternity: who can number these? Heaven's height, earth's breadth, the depths of the abyss: who can explore these? Before all things else wisdom was created; and prudent understanding, from eternity. Sirach 1:1-4 Praye... -
Wind howling
February 20th, 201108:20 AM ETScripture: Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? Corinthians 3:16 Prayer: Who me, I ask? It's like asking, are you talking to me? Even when I am walking about unconscious? When I turn aside from someone's need to satisfy my own? How can I get it finally after so many years? Response: Hear that ... -
Seeing the sun rise
February 19th, 201108:48 AM ETScripture: Faith is the realization of what is hoped for and evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 Prayer: Somehow, this verse reminds me of walking over the sand dune this morning in time to be greeted by the first brilliant hint of the sunrise. Response: Walking from your home this morning toward the beach is your act of faith and the very... -
Whoever wishes to come after me must . . .
February 18th, 201111:51 AM ETScripture: He summoned the crowd with his disciples and said to them, "Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me." Mark 8:34 Prayer: Give me adherence to these words. Response: Sounds pretty straightforward, though at times you defined denial as if to ignore the meaning, though you remember the words... -
Who do you say I am?
February 17th, 201108:02 AM ETScripture: And (Jesus) asked them, "But who do you say that I am?" Peter said to him in reply, "You are the Messiah." Mark 8:29 Prayer: It's easy for me to read Peter's familiar response to the question. Help me to live with a similar response upon my lips. Response: Yes, you are not taking an exam with one question to answer and turn in. No, you... -
This is the way
February 16th, 201109:23 AM ETScripture: Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it." Isaiah 30:21 Prayer: Let my ears hear. Response: It's reassuring, isn't it to know that your intimacy with the Lord and the Holy Spirit are such that there is no situation encountered that clear guidance, clarity... -
Revealed through the Spirit
February 13th, 201109:32 AM ETScripture: But as it is written: "What eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, and what has not entered the human heart, what God has prepared for those who love him," this God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit scrutinizes everything, even the depths of God. 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 Prayer: There are times when I am still that I s... -
A thousand years in your eyes
February 12th, 201110:06 AM ETScripture: A thousand years in your eyes are merely a yesterday. Psalms 90:4 – Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain wisdom of heart. Psalms 90:12 Prayer: After a walk on the beach at sunrise, allowing my eyes to take in the ocean calm, these lines caught my attention. Help me to be present to your urgings. Response: Walking befo... -
Rejoice!
February 11th, 201102:58 PM ETScripture: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Philippians 4:4 Prayer: Guide me to rejoice always. Response: Once you truly appreciate the power of rejoicing as fully within you – like loving, giving, serving, and consoling, you will understand that rejoicing is not limited to a sunny-day disposition. Rejoicing doesn't ... -
You renew the face of the earth
February 09th, 201109:07 AM ETScripture: When you hide your face, they are lost. When you take away their breath, they perish and return to the dust from which they came. When you send forth your breath, they are created, and you renew the face of the earth. Psalms 104:29-30 Prayer: My attention is caught by events in Egypt and the words of the psalmist: you renew the face of ... -
In His image
February 08th, 201109:14 AM ETScripture: God created man in his image; in the divine image he created him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27 Prayer: Perhaps it takes a birthday to pause on these all too familiar words and consider what I would do differently with this awareness. Response: It's not what you would do, but rather what more can you be -- become, reali... -
Let there be light
February 07th, 201110:06 AM ETScripture: In the beginning, when God created the heavens and the earth, the earth was a formless wasteland, and darkness covered the abyss, while a mighty wind swept over the waters. Then God said, "Let there be light," and there was light. Genesis 1:1-3 Prayer: I pray that the Lord sustain the light within me, as he freed from me from dark... -
Your wound shall quickly be healed
February 06th, 201103:13 PM ETScripture: Sharing your bread with the hungry, sheltering the oppressed and the homeless; Clothing the naked when you see them, and not turning your back on your own. Then your light shall break forth like the dawn, and your wound shall quickly be healed; your vindication shall go before you, and the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard. Isai... -
Through a dark valley
February 05th, 201105:35 PM ETScripture: Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no harm for you are at my side; your rod and staff give me courage. Psalm 23:4 Prayer: Help me have David's words on my lips whenever I enter a darkness not anticipated. Response: It's good to be prepared for the darkness that you encounter in life and to share the wisdom gained from ... -
Yesterday, today, and forever
February 04th, 201105:34 AM ETScripture: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 Prayer: Help me take in these nine words into the present. Response: Rather reassuring isn't it to realize that what you read and reflected upon is not lost in some distant passage of time but resonates with a truth is meant for you this moment. Constant wouldn't you ... -
I am terriefied and trembling.
February 03rd, 201108:16 AM ETScripture: You have not approached that which could be touched and a blazing fire and gloomy darkness and storm and a trumpet blast and a voice speaking words such that those who heard begged that no message be further addressed to them, for they could not bear to hear the command: "If even an animal touches the mountain, it shall be stoned. i... -
Where were you
February 02nd, 201109:56 AM ETScripture: "Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation? Tell me, if you understand." Job 38:4 Prayer: I am weary this morning after receiving tragic news from a friend. I too have a lot of questions; yet this verse holds a truth that I wish to hold closely. Response: Doesn't the question in the last sentence catch your attention, that... -
Utterly astonished
February 01st, 201108:11 AM ETScripture: So he went in and said to them, "Why this commotion and weeping? The child is not dead but asleep." And they ridiculed him. Then he put them all out. He took along the child's father and mother and those who were with him and entered the room where the child was. He took the child by the hand and said to her, "Talitha koum," which means,...
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