Out of the Chaos
Inspiration for living outside of the chaos.
Tag: Faith
Daily Reads 3.09.2019
John the Baptist, Jesus’ cousin, was sent to prepare the way for the Messiah. He baptized Jesus in the Jordan River and by all appearances, knew that he was the Messiah. But after his arrest, he seems to waver a bit. Read: Matthew 11:1-6 Now, I’m sorry Jesus. But you did not answer the question. …
Daily Reads 3.08.2019
Even those who lived in the first century wanted to know who Jesus’ was. But Jesus’ answer often seemed vague and veiled. Read: John 10:22-33 This encounter occurred near the end of Jesus’ life. The people are curious about his identity; they want to know if he is the Messiah. Jesus says the proof is …
Daily Reads 3.06.2019
“Who do you say I am?” This is the question we are examining this week. Jesus has been asking it for a long time. Read: Mark 8:27-33 This is the only time Jesus’ asks that question aloud. He was with his disciples walking to the villages near Caesarea Philippi. I imagine as they walk they …
What do I do with Jesus?
The first time I encountered the need to respond to Jesus was in the summer of 1971. I was at a family reunion with my parents and younger sister in Colorado. Maybe there were other siblings there too – I don’t remember.
Daily Reads 3.04.2019
Read: John 1:10-12; 1 John 2:22-23; 1 John 3:23-24; I John 4:2 I like happy messages. Words that convey I am doing a good job, not falling short. Criticism has historically been difficult for me because I want to get it right. If I didn’t get it right, someone must be disappointed with me. Through …
Daily Reads 3.03.2019
This week while studying for the Daily Reads, I listened to a song by Bethel Music, sung by Kristene DiMarco. It is entitled “Take Courage.” It summarizes how I often feel…there seems to be a lot of waiting. But it is in the waiting that I often experience God most deeply. I pray it will …
Daily Reads 3.02.2019
I remember it like it was yesterday. My younger sister and I were playing on the step into our family room. She was singing a song – maybe reciting lyrics – about having a treasure worth more than silver or gold or diamonds. I asked her what she had but, in true sibling fashion, she …
Daily Reads 3.01.2019
I arrived at my house in Florida Wednesday about 7 p.m. Unconcerned about getting in, I walked confidently to the door, punched in the four digit code and watched the light flash red. Normally, it flashes green and there is a slight whirring noise indicating the deadbolt is engaged and can be opened. I put …
Daily Reads 2.28.2019
If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure your faith is in God alone. James 1:5-6 Let’s review what we have established about wisdom. First, it is knowing what to do with what we …
Daily Reads 2.27.2019
If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure your faith is in God alone. James 1:5-6 I am so thrilled with wisdom. You know, it’s been one of those moments when you knew something, …
Out of the Chaos 