We do not live to ourselves, and we do not die to ourselves. If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord; so then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s. [Romans 14:7-8] This hemisphere has experienced more than its share of naturalContinueContinue reading “SEPTEMBER 11, 2017”
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SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes, and I shall keep it to the end. Give me understanding, and I shall keep your teaching; I shall keep it with all my heart. Lead me in the path of your commandments, for that is my desire. [Psalm 119:33-35] I trust you all had aContinueContinue reading “SEPTEMBER 5, 2017”
AUGUST 28, 2017
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. [Romans 12:14] Before going any further, I have a special request to make. Please click on this coming Sunday’s assigned lectionary reading from Romans, and read through it at least three times. I almost feel as if I don’t have to add anyContinueContinue reading “AUGUST 28, 2017”