In John 21:1-19, we witness Peter’s restoration by Jesus after a long night of confusion, failure, and silence. The disciples return to fishing, unsure of what comes next—until Jesus appears on the shore with a miracle and an invitation to breakfast. What unfolds is a powerful moment of grace, healing, and calling. Then at daybreak, […]
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What is a “Covenant Blessing”? I am 59 and in less than 2 months I will turn 60. I am already feeling old and at times wonder if I’m relevant. That generational gap keeps widening. Yet I still believe that the best is yet to come. I have a sense that my most significant contribution
Jesus’ Warning About Righteousness Jesus said, “I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. “You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder,’ and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ But I say to
Jesus was transfigured. What does that mean and how do we follow Him into our transfiguration? 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness, not like Moses, who put a veil over his face to keep the people of Israel from gazing at the end of the glory
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Psalm 37 Trusting God in the Face of Injustice This week’s lectionary theme revolves around trusting God—a struggle as old as humanity itself. From the very beginning, in the Garden of Eden, we were easily deceived into doubting God’s trustworthiness. That same battle continues today, especially when we see evildoers prospering. Our instinct is to
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Jesus came down from the mountain with the twelve apostles and stood on a level place, surrounded by a vast crowd of disciples and people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the coastal regions of Tyre and Sidon. They came to hear him and to be healed, and those tormented by unclean spirits were freed.
Thus says the Lord:Cursed are those who trust in mere mortalsand make mere flesh their strength,whose hearts turn away from the Lord.They shall be like a shrub in the desert,and shall not see when relief comes.They shall live in the parched places of the wilderness,in an uninhabited salt land. Blessed are those who trust in
Psalm 138 – Confitebor tibi (I will confess to You) 1 I will give thanks to you, O Lord, with my whole heart; before the gods I will sing your praise.2 I will bow down toward your holy temple and praise your Name, because of your love and faithfulness.3 For you have glorified your Name
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Finding Home in God’s Presence Psalm 84 is a beautiful meditation on the longing for God’s presence, the happiness of those who trust in Him, and the divine protection given to those who seek Him. Life is a journey, one that ends and begins in finding God. The recurring themes here are clear: The Pilgrim’s
Psalm 24:7-10 – Who is the King of Glory? Lift up your heads, O gates; lift them high, O everlasting doors, and the King of glory shall come in.Who is this King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle.Lift up your heads, O gates; lift them high, O everlasting doors,
