January 31, 2018 “But he was pierced because of our rebellion, crushed because of our iniquities, punishment for our peace was on him, and we are healed by his wounds. …. He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth. Like a lamb led to the slaughter like a sheep silent before … Continue reading Following in His Steps
January 30, 2018 “It was a perfect sacrifice by a perfect person to perfect some very imperfect people.” Hebrews 10:14 The Message How have we held together for over 2000 years? Our history is littered with endless trails of brokenness, betrayal, and bitterness. And we are God’s church. He’s staked his Name upon us .. … Continue reading 2000 years of perfect imperfections…
January 29, 2018 “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you. ” 1 Peter … Continue reading Blessed indeed …
January 26, 2018 “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. “(“It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life” … Continue reading Priceless space …
January 25, 2018 “Therefore Pilate went out to them and *said, “What accusation do you bring against this Man?” They answered and said to him, “If this Man were not an evildoer, we would not have delivered Him to you.” John 18:29-30 New American Standard Just what evil did this Nazarene jewish rebel commit? He … Continue reading A way of life …
January 24, 2018 “By entering through faith into what God has always wanted to do for us—set us right with him, make us fit for him—we have it all together with God because of our Master Jesus. And that’s not all: We throw open our doors to God and discover at the same moment that … Continue reading Wide open spaces…
January 23, 2018 “Therefore, since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every hindrance and the sin the so easily ensnares us. Let run with endurance the race that lies before us, keeping our eyes on Jesus, the source and perfecter of our faith. For the joy … Continue reading First them … now you
January 22, 2018 “Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your rule is for all generations. The Lord is faithful in all his words and gracious in all his actions.” Psalm 145:13 Christian Standard God is your Portion .. Provider .. Protection .. and Peace. He is your Freedom .. Strength .. Joy .. and Fortress. … Continue reading Overflowing…
January 19, 2017 “It stands to reason, doesn’t it, that if the alive-and-present God who raised Jesus from the dead moves into your life, he’ll do the same thing in you that he did in Jesus, bringing you alive to himself?” Romans 8:10 The Message Your life matters because the Spirit of God lives in … Continue reading Just another normal day…
January 15, 2107 Grace-Gripped is temporarily recovering from flu and crud. Coughing with marshmallow brains is not much fun. Give thanks in all things … huh? Ken Continue reading
