VII.Let’s try a couple of things today First, read the first paragraph below and pay attention to the description of the “worldly people,”Second, as these people are described, how might we look at these traits and see how the reverse … Continue reading
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VII.The Prophet receives an “answer” to his complaint. Today let’s first take notice how the “answer” begins. VIII.Habakkuk 2:1-5 (NRSVue) I will stand at my watchpostand station myself on the rampart;I will keep watch to see what he will say … Continue reading
IV.The Prophet stood at his watchpost, he kept watch, “to see what [The Lord] will say … what he will answer…” Then …. V.Habakkuk 2:1-5 (NRSVue) I will stand at my watchpostand station myself on the rampart;I will keep watch … Continue reading
I.While our focus Scripture for this week hears the prophet speak of his waiting for an answer to his complaints, chapter 1 lays out his complaints beginning with, O Lord, how long shall I cry for help,and you will not … Continue reading
VII.As we give this passage our attention today, let’s walk with Peter and John to afternoon prayers at the Temple. Try putting yourself alongside them and pay attention to who you see, what you and Peter and John talk about … Continue reading
I.As we turn our attention to this account in Acts, pay attention to the people and the actions. Take time to get the entire scene in your mind. Visualize the people mentioned, the places named and the interactions between these … Continue reading
IV.We have two walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus when an unknown stranger joins them. As they begin to talk, they are amazed that this person is so clueless about what has happened in Jerusalem. As the conversation continues their new … Continue reading
VII.In the previous post, I asked you to think about sacred places. Those places that seem to draw you closer to God than perhaps other places. As you return to this week’s focus passage think about what it might mean … Continue reading
IV.As we return to our hearing of this passage, notice verses 15-16, “Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayer that is made in this place. For now I have chosen and consecrated this house … Continue reading
IV.Notice the exchange between Gabriel and Zechariah – Gabriel: “… Zechariah … your prayer has been heard…. “Zechariah: “How do I know this will happen? For I am old …”Gabriel: “… my words .., will be fulfilled in their time.” … Continue reading