“The Lord said to my Lord,’Sit in the place of honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet.’ The Lord will extend your powerful kingdom from Jerusalem[you will rule over your enemies. When you go to war, your people will serve you willingly. You are arrayed in holy garments, and your [...]
Archive for the ‘God’s attributes’ Category
Let God take point
Posted in backsliding, omnipotence, spiritual warfare, suffering, tagged Body and Soul, House MD on May 10, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
When we’re ready to get our pound of flesh
Posted in God's compassion, Government, judging others, justice, suffering, tagged Abraham Lincoln, Charles W. Mitchell, Civil War, David Berkowitz, David G. Johnson, habeas corpus, Maryland Voices, Nourish the Dream, Son of Sam on May 3, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. He will not constantly accuse us, nor remain angry forever. He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve (Psalm 103:8-10). Motivational speaker David G. Johnson notes that if you want to find your calling, [...]
It’s His smile that matters
Posted in backsliding, comfort, God's compassion, God's grace, Jesus, Loving God, relationships, suffering, temptation, tagged depression, House MD on April 25, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
“When I smiled at them, they scarcely believed it; the light of my face was precious to them (Job 29:24).” I think six months of winter is a little much, even for the Finns. Finally, today I have seen the possibility that it might be over. As I walked by the largest lake in the country [...]
You don’t need a decoder ring with God
Posted in Christian Man, God's guidance, God's omnipresence on March 23, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”(Joshua 1:9) According to intercultural communication expert Galina Elizarova, with English, everything is articulated in a logical way. The English speaker is straightforward and seeks to get [...]
Respectable bums
Posted in comfort, Finances, God's care, God's faithfulness, Government, Health, tagged economy, William Kennedy on January 27, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
“Even if my father and mother abandon me, the LORD will hold me close (Psalm 27:10)”. Francis Phelan is a bum. That’s what he calls himself and his comrades on the streets of Albany, New York. Today, we call people like Francis homeless. Francis is the lead character in the book “Ironweed” by William Kennedy. The [...]
Some words for both the 99 percent and the 1 percent
Posted in Christian love, Finances, God's goodness, God's grace, God's love, tagged Ahab, Elijah, Elisha, Jezebel, money, Occupy Movement, politics, the 1 percent, We are the 99 percent on December 9, 2011 | 1 Comment »
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous [...]
Front and Follow
Posted in God the Father, God's omnipresence, spiritual warfare, tagged Bill Scott, David Jeremiah, Jimmy McNulty, Stringer Bell, The Day Satan Called, The Wire on October 30, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
“You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain (Psalm 139:5,6).” Jimmy McNulty is a detective enjoying a Saturday out with his two boys. Theyare browsing around a Baltimore farmer’s market when McNulty spots Stringer Bell, an elusive leader [...]
The Good Boss
Posted in God's justice, Jesus, justice, spiritual warfare, Work, tagged Keith Richards, management, McNulty, Mick Jagger, office politics, Sympathy for the Devil, The Wire on October 8, 2011 | 2 Comments »
“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you. Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, LORD. They rejoice in your name all day long; they celebrate your righteousness (Psalm 89:14-16).” Jimmy McNulty can’t win for losing. He’s a loser at office [...]
Dealing with blind spots
Posted in backsliding, God's faithfulness, Health, spiritual warfare, temptation, tagged Adolph Hitler, David, Downfall, Finland, Jebusites, Jerusalem, Matti movie, Matti Nykänen. Lot on October 2, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
“These things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the culmination of the ages has come. So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will [...]
My God done wrote me a letter
Posted in God's blessing, Health, Hope, Purpose, suffering, Uncategorized, tagged About Schmidt, Jack Nicholson, Peyton Manning on September 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well (3 John 1:2).” “The cowards never started The weak died on the way Only the strong arrived They were pioneers.” In the movie “About Schmidt”, Warren Schmidt is reflecting [...]
