Misplaced boasting ∙∙ A warrior putting on his sword for battle should not boast like a warrior who has already won. – 1 Kings 20:11 Romans 15:17-19 17 So I have reason to be enthusiastic about all Christ Jesus has done through me in my service to God.18 Yet I dare not boast about anythingContinue reading “Misplaced boasting ∙∙”
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Rembrandt – Painter of the Soul ∙
Rembrandt – Painter of the Soul ∙ The Pharisee stood by himself and said, “I thank you, God, that I am not a sinner like everyone else. For I don’t cheat, I don’t sin, and I don’t commit adultery. I’m certainly not like that tax collector” – Luke 18:11 Isaiah 6:5 Woe is me, forContinue reading “Rembrandt – Painter of the Soul ∙”
From prison to praise ∙∙
From prison to praise ∙∙ You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing . . . And clothed me with joy. – Psalms 30:11 Psalms 30:1-12 1 A psalm of David. A song for the dedication of the Temple. I will exalt you, LORD, for you rescued me. You refused to let my enemies triumphContinue reading “From prison to praise ∙∙”
Jezebel and Clyde ∙∙∙
Jezebel and Clyde ∙∙∙ [Ahab] married Jezebel, the daughter of King Ethbaal of the Sidonians, and he began to bow down in worship of Baal. – 1 Kings 16:31 1 Kings 18:14-46 14 And now you say, “Go and tell your master, ‘Elijah is here.’” 16 Ahab went out to meet Elijah.17 When Ahab sawContinue reading “Jezebel and Clyde ∙∙∙”
A Mighty Fortress is our God ∙∙
A Mighty Fortress is our God ∙∙ God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. – Psalms 46:1 Psalms 46:1-11 1 God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.2 So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea.3 LetContinue reading “A Mighty Fortress is our God ∙∙”
Dr H Reflections 