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VIII.Did you notice when Paul said – “… that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may perceive… “? Let that guide you into the depth of Paul’s words and hopes and take note of what light in the … Continue reading
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VII.Let’s return to the focus Scriptures today and as you spend time with them, take notice of what stands out for you and what is clear for you. In other words, spend time not on what might confuse but on … Continue reading
IV.We read, “… my reward is with me, to repay …” Again, I wonder if this promise to repay should be heard as something to be hoped for or something to be feared? V.Revelation 22:10-21 (New Revised Standard Version) And … Continue reading
I.As you spend time with this week’s focus passage, let’s pay attention first to Martha. Notice what she says and what that suggests to you about her attitude toward Jesus. II.John 11:17-27 (New Revised Standard Version) When Jesus arrived, he … Continue reading
IV.Once again notice the beginning and ending words of this passage – “Lift up your eyes all around and see …Then you will know that I am the Lord;those who wait for me shall not be put to shame.” It … Continue reading
VII.The prophet tells the people – “For the Lord has comforted his people,and will have compassion on his suffering ones.” What words of comfort stand out to you the clearest? VIII.Isaiah 49:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version) Listen to me, O … Continue reading
I.Last week we ended our reflections on Isaiah 47:1-25 asking if Isaiah offered any hope. With that thought still before us let’s listen to Isaiah once again and pay attention for any and all words of hope he offers. II.Isaiah … Continue reading
VII.Two questions for today. What “path” does the prophet send his words describing? Does the prophet give any hope in these words? VIII.Isaiah 47:10-15 (New Revised Standard Version) You felt secure in your wickedness;you said, “No one sees me.”Your wisdom … Continue reading
IV.I asked in the last post to notice how you “regard” the folks you encounter here. What impression do they make on you? Look at them again and notice the strengths or lack of strength they bring. V.Genesis 21:8-20 (NRSV) … Continue reading
VII.Today as you spend time with this Scripture passage, pay attention to what strikes you as discouraging and what strikes you as hopeful. VIII.Genesis 4:1-15 (NRSV) Now the man knew his wife Eve, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, … Continue reading