If you, Lord, kept a record of sins,Lord, who could stand?But with you there is forgiveness,so that we can, with reverence, serve you.Psalm 130:3-4 NIV *** When God forgives us and purifies us of our sin, He also forgets it. Forgiveness results in God dropping the charges against us.Billy Graham *** I think that if God…
Category: A Faith in Process
Notes from the Journey
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Need a Song?
Here are a few to consider. (Click the link to hear the song and see the lyrics.) ********** My Jesus, my SaviorLord, there is none like YouAll of my days, I want to praiseThe wonders of Your mighty loveMy comfort, my shelterTower of refuge and strengthLet every breath, all that I amNever cease to worship…
Created to Sing
The earth, that in the beginning God created, sings. Sing to the Lord, O Earth,Declare each day that he is the one who saves!1 Chronicles 16:23 Living Bible *** The whole earth has seen God’s salvation of his people. That is why the earth breaks out in praise to God and sings for utter joy!Psalm 98:…
Making Music
“Music is God’s gift to man, the only art of Heaven given to earth, the only art of earth we take to Heaven.” Walter Savage Landor *** I will praise you with music, telling of your faithfulness to all your promises, O Holy One of Israel.Psalm 71:22 Living Bible *** “Music touches the heart in…
Music
I recently bought a wireless doorbell kit with remotes for both front and back doors. It was quick to set up – until you got to the 52 ringtones. It took several minutes to listen to all of them and a lot longer to choose one for each door, never mind cataloging them in case…
“Treasure Every Step”
Life & Light
The Word gave life to everything that was created,and his life brought light to everyone.The light shines in the darkness,and the darkness can never extinguish it.John 1:4-5 NLT *** With Christ, darkness cannot succeed. Darkness will not gain victory over the light of Christ.Dieter F. Uchtdorf *** Jesus spoke to the people once more and…
Stepping toward God
When we delight in beauty, we take a step toward God.John Ortberg, Who Is This Man?: The Unpredictable Impact of the Inescapable Jesus *** I have been reading ‘Who Is This Man?’, by John Ortberg. It is about the impact of Jesus on human history. It is a fascinating read well worth the time. I…
Autumn Leaves
How amazing are the deeds of the Lord!All who delight in him should ponder them.Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty.His righteousness never fails.Psalm 111:2-3 NLT *** We haven’t had a frost yet, but the trees are starting to color up and their leaves are starting to fall. This season, I have been watching the…