Paganini, Perseverance, and One String I, yes, I alone, will blot out your sins for my own sake and will never think of them again. – Isaiah 43:25 Micah 7:18-20 Where is another God like you, who pardons the guilt of the remnant, overlooking the sins of his special people? You will not stay angryContinue reading “Paganini, Perseverance, and One String”
Tag Archives: Discipleship
Veering Off Course
Veering Off Course Jesus said to him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” – Luke 9:62 Luke 9:57-62 As they were walking along, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow you wherever you go.” But Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens to liveContinue reading “Veering Off Course”
The Myth of Impartiality ∙∙∙
The Myth of Impartiality ∙∙∙ Teacher, we know that You are truthful, teach the way of God in truth, and defer to no one, for You are not partial to any. – Matthew 22:16 John 2:24-25 But Jesus didn’t trust them because he knew human nature. No one needed to tell him what mankind isContinue reading “The Myth of Impartiality ∙∙∙”
Limited or Limitless
Limited or Limitless Jesus looked at him and said, “You are Simon, the son of John; you shall be called Cephas” (which is translated as Peter). – John 1:42 Mark 1:16-18: As He was going along by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew, the brother of Simon, casting a net in theContinue reading “Limited or Limitless”
When Clay Talks Back ∙∙∙
When Clay Talks Back ∙∙∙ What sorrow awaits those who argue with their Creator. Does a clay pot argue with its maker? Does the clay dispute with the one who shapes it, saying, ‘Stop, you’re doing it wrong!’ Does the pot exclaim, ‘How clumsy can you be?’ – Isaiah 45:9 How foolish can you be?Continue reading “When Clay Talks Back ∙∙∙”
