Today’s Word – Opportunity – Acts 3:12

Posted on 24. Jun, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“Peter saw his opportunity and addressed the crowd.” Acts 3:12 Peter saw an open door and he walked through it.  He had just come off of Jesus using him to work a miracle.  A  man born lame  was now able to walk through faith in Jesus.  An inquiring crowd gathered to see what was happening [...]

Today’s Word – Ephesians 5:15-17- Contradiction?

Posted on 09. Jun, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days.  Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.” Ephesians 5:15-17 OK, all to often, the two ideas in these verses are contradictions to me.  “Be [...]

Today’s Word – Worthy – Ephesians 4:1

Posted on 08. Jun, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.”  Ephesians 4:1 I generally resist the idea that I will live or act a certain way because someone else expects me to do so.  Sometimes that is good.  Sometimes that [...]

Today’s Word – Treasure? – Ephesians 3:8

Posted on 07. Jun, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“He graciously gave me the privilege of telling the Gentiles about the endless treasures available to them in Christ.” Ephesians 3:8 Treasure or Load? I wonder if we see it as a treasure to bless us or as a load to carry.  When I forget the promise of God my faith and following Jesus can [...]

Today’s Word – Romans 8:19-23 – Creation Groans

Posted on 27. May, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“For all creation is waiting eagerly for that future day when God will reveal who his children really are.20 Against its will, all creation was subjected to God’s curse. But with eager hope, the creation looks forward to the day when it will join God’s children in glorious freedom from death and decay. For we [...]

Today’s Word- Romans 7:4-Produce!

Posted on 26. May, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“And now you are united with the one who was raised from the dead. As a result, we can produce a harvest of good deeds for God.”  Romans 7:4 I’m learning a lot about being united with someone.  This past year, God (and Heidi) are teaching me a lot about unity.  Sometimes its a blessing [...]

Today’s Word – Psalm 136:1 – Praise the Lord . . . . How?

Posted on 25. May, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

Praise the Lord ! Praise the name of the Lord ! Praise him, you who serve the Lord.” Psalm 136:1 It sounds simple enough, “Praise the Lord.” but I’m just sitting here at the beginning of a new day thinking, “how?” How will I praise the Lord today? What will it look like? And what [...]

Today’s Word – Get a Grip – 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14

Posted on 18. May, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“He (God) called you to salvation when we told you the Good News; now you can share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. With all these things in mind, dear brothers and sisters, stand firm and keep a strong grip on the teaching we passed on to you both in person and by [...]

Today’s Word – Psalm 22:2-4 – No Guarantee But ONE

Posted on 12. May, 2010 by Dave in Dave's Blog, Today's Word

“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. He is my refuge, my savior, the one who saves me from violence. I called on the Lord , who is [...]

Today’s Word – Unloading – Psalm 55:22

Posted on 11. May, 2010 by Dave in Today's Word, Uncategorized

“Give your burdens to the Lord , and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.” Psalm 55:22 Believing he will take care of you isn’t the hard part for me.  His Word is so clear and the examples are so many,  God protects and cares for [...]

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