“Am I only a God nearby,” declares the Lord, “and not a God far away? Who can hide in secret places so that I cannot see them?” declares the Lord. “Do not I fill heaven and earth?” declares the Lord. Jeremiah 23:23-24 (NIV)
Scripture Sunday: Firm and Forever
A voice says, “Shout!” I said, “What shall I shout?” “These people are nothing but grass, their love fragile as wildflowers. The grass withers, the wildflowers fade, if God so much as puffs on them. Aren’t these people just so much grass? True, the grass withers and the wildflowers fade, but our God’s Word stands […]
Scripture Sunday: Peace
I’ve told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I’ve conquered the world. ~John 16:33 (MSG) With Deidra
Scripture Sunday: Mouth Open and Panting
Every word you give me is a miracle word– how could I help but obey? Break open your words, let the light shine out, let ordinary people see the meaning. Mouth open and panting, I wanted your commands more than anything. Turn my way, look kindly on me as you always do to those who […]
Scripture Sunday: A Huge Round of Applause!
Let’s hear it from Sky With Earth joining in, And a huge round of applause from Sea. Psalm 96:11 (Message) Applause, everyone! Bravo, bravissimo! Shout God-songs at the top of your lungs! God Most High is stunning, astride land and ocean. Psalm 47:1-2 (Message) Joining the applause and the wave of overflowing gratitude toward our […]
Scripture Sunday: Attention All!
Meerkats at the Potter Park Zoo in Lansing, MI. With Deidra and Katie.
Scripture Sunday: Father of Orphans
The old St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gaylord, MI (built in 1900) With Deidra and Katie.
Scripture Sunday: Let the Party Last!
Happy Birthday to the littlest grand girl, 2 years old. But you’ll welcome us with open arms when we run for cover to you. Let the party last all night! Stand guard over our celebration. You are famous, God, for welcoming God-seekers, for decking us out in delight. ~Psalm 5:11-12 (Message)
Scripture Sunday: Sweet
Scripture Sunday: Ignite the Kingdom Life
“I’m baptizing you here in the river, turning your old life in for a kingdom life. The real action comes next: The main character in this drama —compared to him I’m a mere stagehand— will ignite the kingdom life within you, a fire within you, the Holy Spirit within you, changing you from the inside […]
