Maximizing the Minimum ∙∙ So the Spirit of the LORD came upon Gideon and took control. Gideon blew a trumpet as a call to arms. Judges 6:34 Judges 7:9 Now, the same night it came about, the LORD said to him, “Arise, go down against the camp, for I have given it into your hands.Continue reading “Maximizing the Minimum ∙∙”
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Can we be forgotten? ∙∙
Can we be forgotten? ∙∙ I have written your name on the palms of my hands. – Isaiah 49:16 Isaiah 49:13-16 13 The LORD has comforted his people and will have compassion on them in their suffering.14 Yet Jerusalem says, “The LORD has deserted us; the Lord has forgotten us.” 15 Never! Can a motherContinue reading “Can we be forgotten? ∙∙”
A fair hearing ∙∙
A fair hearing ∙∙ If they are planning and doing these things merely on their own, it will soon be overthrown. But if it is from God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God! – Acts 5:38-39 Acts 17:10-12 10 That very night, the believers sentContinue reading “A fair hearing ∙∙”
Running wild ∙∙
Running wild ∙∙ When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. – Proverbs 29:18 Exodus 32:19-35 9 When they came near the camp, Moses saw the calf and the dancing, and he burned with anger. He threw the stone tablets to the ground, smashing them at the foot of the mountain.20 He tookContinue reading “Running wild ∙∙”
Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙
Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙ Will you stay mad at us forever? Will you remain angry throughout future generations? – Psalms 85:5 Psalms 85:1-11 1 LORD, you poured out blessings on your land! You restored the fortunes of Israel.2 You forgave the guilt of your people – yes, you covered all their sins.3 You held backContinue reading “Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙”
Dr H Reflections 