I can’t tell you how many times that I have misinterpreted what people have said. I have formed incorrect opinions and assumptions based upon my misinterpretation. I have even done things wrong or not done something that was required based upon these incorrect understandings. We do the same with God. We think that He wantsContinue reading “Misguided”
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Sacrifice of Thanksgiving
What We Need
When we need some material possessions or services, we try to find a way to purchase them. We must gather the financial resources to make the purchase. If we don’t currently have the resources, then we will have to depend upon others to help us in the form of loans or gifts. Psalm 50:10-11 says,Continue reading “What We Need”
Cattle On a Thousand Hills
Invitation
From time to time, we receive invitations. Our response varies based upon our interests, availabilty, and closeness to the invitation giver. The invitation may be to an auspicious occassion or to a child’s birthday party. Some invitations we cannot refuse based upon the consequences of rejection. Psalm 50:1 says, “The Mighty One, God the LordContinue reading “Invitation”
Summons From the Mighty One
Sacrifice
I believe that we look upon sacrifices incorrectly. When we think of sacrifice, we think of what it costs us. We should be thinking of what it does for others, rather than how much it costs us. For instance, we talk about sacrificing some time to help others. But the reality, and most significant partContinue reading “Sacrifice”
Reluctant Retiree 