Matthew 9:13 “The he added, “Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: ‘I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.’ For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.” As I read this verse I can hear I Sam. 25-26 in [...]
Archive for April, 2008
Matt. 8:26 “Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm.” In the Old Testament reading today was the story of David’s interaction with Saul in the cave and David acting out in faith, trusting his [...]
Slaying Giants: "Becoming a vessel of the power and justice of the living God."
Posted: April 16, 2008 in UncategorizedI Samuel 17: 11,37 “When Saul and the Israelites heard this, they were terrified and deeply shaken….The Lord who rescued me from the claws of the lion and the bear will rescue me from this Philistine!” This really gets at the human delima; our problem with fear and lack of faith in the face of [...]
I Samuel 3:10 “And the Lord came and called as before, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel replied, “Speak, your servant is listening.” Here Samuel is trying to sleep and God intrudes in and calls out his name. Samuel automatically thinks that it is Eli who is calling him; it was not common for God to speak [...]
I Samuel 1:15-16 “Oh no Sir! She replied. “I haven’t been drinking wine or anything stronger. But I am very discouraged, and I was pouring out my heart to the Lord. Don’t think I am a wicked woman! For I have been praying out of great anguish and sorrow.” Here this woman is crying out [...]
Judges 11:35 “When he saw her, he tore his clothes in anguish. “Oh, my daughter!” he cried out. “You have completely destroyed me! You’ve brought disaster on me! For I have made a vow to the Lord, and I cannot take it back.” This text is one that is so hard to swallow. This man [...]
