Monthly Archives: March 2012

THIS and THAT

THIS is what I have.  THAT is what I don’t have. THIS is what is near.  THAT is at a distance. THIS is my own life.  THAT is Life in Christ. THIS is within my reach.  THAT is beyond my … Continue reading

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The Spirit and Heart of God’s Grace

Dear child of God, As I look upward to our Lord Jesus Christ, Who sits enthroned in sovereignty and majesty, Ruling over all things, My spirit cries, “Abba, Father.”  My hope and trust is in Him.  At the same time … Continue reading

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The Eternal Sabbath

Let us not “neglect to meet together” with God’s people to worship on this Lord’s Day—keeping in mind the words of Trelcatius 1542-1602. “Shall we not esteem the days of this life very short, if we compare them with the … Continue reading

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Three Crosses, Two Crowns, One Sacrifice

There is not only the foreordained plan of God (Ephesians 1:11) according to the counsel of His will; but also significance in all that He has planned and does.  (Romans 8:28) THREE CROSSES When I consider three men dying on … Continue reading

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I Will Extol Thee, My God, O King ~ Psalm 145

Praise on the Lord’s Day ~ March 11, 2012  ”I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever. 2Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for … Continue reading

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The Prickly Pear Tree

The trees with white blooms that  are donning our landscapes this time of year  are Bradford pear trees. From a distance one tree can appear to be a solid mass.  After the blooms the tree has dark, glossy leaves through … Continue reading

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In the Spirit on the Lord’s Day

What must it have been like—exiled on the Isle of Patmos, because of his testimony for Christ? (Revelation 1) John had no live band to lead him in worship, no accompaniment, no artificial light, no props, and no company. But he … Continue reading

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