SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

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 naturalContinue reading "SEPTEMBER 11, 2017"

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 aContinue 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 anyContinue reading "AUGUST 28, 2017"