Carbon copies ∙∙

Carbon copies ∙∙ God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to be conformed to the image of his Son. – Romans 8:29 Philippians 3:7-14  7 I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done.  8 Yes, everything else is worthless when comparedContinue reading “Carbon copies ∙∙”

Haunting taunting ∙∙

Haunting taunting ∙∙ Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword, but the words of the wise bring healing. – Proverbs 12:18 1 Samuel 1:5-18  5 [Elkanah] loved Hannah, but the LORD had not enabled her to have children.  6 Her rival taunted Hannah and made fun of her because the LORD had keptContinue reading “Haunting taunting ∙∙”

How to hug

How to hug But while he was still a long way from home, his father saw him, and his heart went out to him; he ran and hugged his son and kissed him. – Luke 15:20 Luke 8:42-48  42 [Jesus] was surrounded by the crowds.  43 A woman in the crowd had suffered for twelveContinue reading “How to hug”

Hunter killers ∙

Hunter killers ∙ Do not let sin control the way you live; do not give in to sinful desires. – Romans 6:12 Romans 12:19-21  19 Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say, “I will take revenge; I will pay them back,” says the LORD.  20Continue reading “Hunter killers ∙”

How large is the love of Christ? ∙

How large is the love of Christ? ∙ May you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. – Ephesians 3:18 Ephesians 3:16-20  16 I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through hisContinue reading “How large is the love of Christ? ∙”