Redeemed Galatians 3:13, Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law, having become a curse for us. I Peter 1:18-19, Knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot. Remission Acts 2:38-39, Then Peter said to them, “Repent,... Continue Reading →
A History Lesson
It is man’s desire from birth to death to be in charge. It is man’s bent to be free and able to manage his own life. Adam and Eve were privileged to live in a wonderful state. They had peace, provisions, authority (over animals and over property), the fulfillment of satisfying employment, wonderful family, and a... Continue Reading →
Deuteronomy Thoughts
I’ve been spending some time pondering God’s call to the second generation out of Egypt to commit to Him for blessings and to be wise about the consequences of rebellion. While this book and these passages are specifically directed to the Israel Joshua was about to assume leadership over, there are points important for us today. Here... Continue Reading →
Sheep
Mark 6:34, And Jesus saw the great multitude and was moved with compassion for them, because they were like sheep not having a shepherd. Can you see that flock of sheep in your mind? What are they doing? Yes, milling and in commotion. You don't see a calm flock bunched together with their heads down enjoying... Continue Reading →
Purim
Valentine’s Day is not high on my list of favorite holidays. First, a fat angel sitting on a cloud shooting arrows at people doesn’t resonate with me. Then there is the honoring of some man deemed a saint (says who?) due to some legends which is pretty shaky ground for a special day of remembrance.... Continue Reading →
Another’s Musing
The New Testament in Three Words (Message Excerpt by John Piper, January 21, 2019) The New Testament in three words: Propitiation by Substitution. In his great mercy, God himself stepped into history in the person of His Son and took on a human nature so that he could endure for us his own wrath and bring... Continue Reading →
Message Notes (1-27-2019)
I have reviewed the message of January 27th two times at our Facebook page under videos and decided to jot some notes to post for future thought – here goes: Stone #1 A ladder with ministering spirits moving showed that God was active in our world and then God spoke to Jacob. We have set apart... Continue Reading →
Cold
I remember the week between Christmas and New Year's 1969 (it might have been 1970) - 50 years ago - WOW! I was a yardmaster in North Platte working the east end spotting cattle at the stock yards, parking local loads, and working the passenger trains and it was cold. Most of the week was... Continue Reading →
The Law
The last couple of Sundays we have been pondering the Law of God, especially the Ten Commandments. This is important for we know that ALL Scripture was given by God and is profitable (II Tim 3:16) and we know that the Law is not over us (Rom 6:14, 8:2) as it does not save (Gal 2:16). Yet,... Continue Reading →
Suicide
Yesterday I talked with two different couples about suicide. One was the suicide of a direct family member a number of years ago that happened on January 29 and the other was an attempt by a close family member last week. A number of us were, and are yet, impacted by a local suicide a few weeks... Continue Reading →
a PK Musing 