O mighty man of valor ∙∙

O mighty man of valor ∙∙ The angel of the LORD appeared to him and said to him, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.” – Judges 6:12 Judges 6:1-40  1 The Israelites did evil in the LORD’s sight. So the LORD handed them over to the Midianites for seven years.  6Continue reading “O mighty man of valor ∙∙”

Paganini and one string! ∙

Paganini and one string! ∙ Then the LORD asked, “What is that in your hand?” “A shepherd’s staff,” Moses replied. – Exodus 4:2 2 Corinthians 3:5 It is not that we think we are qualified to do anything independently. Our adequacy comes from God. Nicolo Paganini was an exceptionally gifted Italian violinist and composer ofContinue reading “Paganini and one string! ∙”

Here I am – Hineni ∙

Here I am – Hineni ∙ Moses said, “I will turn aside to see this great sight.” – Exodus 3:3 Exodus 3:2-6  2 There, the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from the middle of a bush. Moses stared in amazement. Though the bush was engulfed in flames, it didn’tContinue reading “Here I am – Hineni ∙”

Weaknesses and inabilities ∙

Weaknesses and inabilities ∙ “My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses so that the power of Christ can work through me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9 Exodus 3:10-15  10 Now go, for I am sending you to Pharaoh. You must lead my people Israel out of Egypt.Continue reading “Weaknesses and inabilities ∙”