I keep coming back to David. KING David. What it was about King David that allowed for him to pursue God’s heart so completely, despite his laundry list of sins and subsequent consequences? Where I landed: King David knew he was a king. By default, he knew as king he could do whatever he wanted, […]
It has to be me…right?
Moreover, the Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son -John 5:22 Yet it isn’t I who will accuse you before the Father -John 5:45 Neither do I condemn you. -John 8:11 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. -Romans 8:1 I’ve lived for some […]
Consequence
There is no fear in love. But perfect love casts out all fear, because fear has to do with punishment. -1 John 4:18 I just finished doing everything I could possibly do to save a big order that shouldn’t have gone south. I did everything I could miraculously well, and all said and done…I wait. […]
Perfection
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. -Matthew 6:48 It seems impossible, especially since scripture teaches that all sin and fall short of the glory of God. Scripture also says that in Christ, all things are possible. How do we reconcile this? “Be perfect, you sinner who could do all things in Christ if […]
Fill my cup, Lord
If I’ve not said so, a consistent aspect of my prayer life centers on asking The Lord to fill me up so I can pour back out on others. It’s very difficult to draw from an empty well and then offer people something refreshing. Without being specific about challenges I face on a daily basis…I […]
Grit in my shoe
When I walk, I pray, and I walk a LOT. When blessed to do it outdoors, I often notice as time progresses, I end up with grit of some sort in my shoes and socks. Typically, it’s a minor irritant, ignored or relieved quickly as I make a quick “finger pass” along the cuff of my socks. This […]