Monthly Archives: March 2011

Chapter-a-Day Matthew 9

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

When he looked out over the crowds, his heart broke. So confused and aimless they were, like sheep with no shepherd. Matthew 9:36 (MSG) The prophet Ezekiel said that God would take away our heart of stone and give us a … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 8

Posted on March 30, 2011 by

“Then those who grew up ‘in the faith’ but had no faith will find themselves out in the cold, outsiders to grace and wondering what happened.” Matthew 8:12 (MSG) After reading through the chapter today, I took a step back … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 7

Posted on March 29, 2011 by

“These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. They are foundational words, words to build a life on. If you work these words into your life, you are … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 6

Posted on March 28, 2011 by

“Your eyes are windows into your body. If you open your eyes wide in wonder and belief, your body fills up with light. If you live squinty-eyed in greed and distrust, your body is a dank cellar. If you pull … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 5

Posted on March 25, 2011 by

“You’re blessed when you’ve worked up a good appetite for God. He’s food and drink in the best meal you’ll ever eat.” Matthew 5:6 (MSG) I have never heard a message delivered about appetites. Someday, when God gives the opportunity, I’m going … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 4

Posted on March 24, 2011 by

 Jesus prepared for the Test by fasting forty days and forty nights. Matthew 4:2 (MSG) In the wee hours of the morning, in the twilight between sleeping and waking, it struck me that we are in the season of Lent, when followers … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 3

Posted on March 23, 2011 by

“What counts is your life. Is it green and blossoming? Because if it’s deadwood, it goes on the fire.” Matthew 3:10 (MSG) I’ve been fascinated by the reports of radioactivity coming out of Japan. Just the other day a plane … Continue reading →

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The Tom Hanks Phenomenon

Posted on March 22, 2011 by

It happened again at the opera last Friday night. During the intermission, the nice people sitting behind us struck up a conversation (she wanted to let us know how nice we looked!). We chatted about where we were from and … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day Matthew 2

Posted on March 22, 2011 by

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem village, Judah territory— this was during Herod’s kingship—a band of scholars arrived in Jerusalem from the East. They asked around, “Where can we find and pay homage to the newborn King of the Jews? … Continue reading →

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Wendy’s Birthday Present Weekend

Posted on March 21, 2011 by

Wendy’s birthday was back in December, but she will tell you that I feel a lot of pressure that time of year. Wendy’s birthday, Christmas, and our wedding anniversary fall within ten days of each other. So, I’ve got to … Continue reading →

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