Out of the Chaos
Inspiration for living outside of the chaos.
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OUT OF THE CHAOS 05.18.2020
We are a “self” consumed society. Opening the Google search bar and typing in “self,” resulted in all kinds of interesting options. Self-efficacy, self-actualization, self-esteem, self-sufficient…all focused on understanding our self. There are books, conferences, studies devoted to understanding our true self, exposing the false self, living from a place of integrity. All of these …
OUT OF THE CHAOS 05.14.2020
What do you do while waiting for something to happen? Fidget? Scroll social media? Game? It’s so easy to become distracted while waiting that I sometimes forget what I am waiting for! I have even called someone and then while waiting for the call to be answered, I forget who I’ve called. Then when the …
OUT OF THE CHAOS 05.13.2020
There is something else that will happen suddenly. It has also been in the works for many hundreds of years and will come about quickly. Paul says it like this: But let me reveal to you a wonderful secret. We will not all die, but we will all be transformed! It will happen in a moment, …
out of the chaos 05.12.2020
Suddenly. That thing that happens without warning, an abrupt change in a situation. “Look! I am sending my messenger, and he will prepare the way before me. Then the Lord you are seeking will suddenly come to his Temple. The messenger of the covenant, whom you look for so eagerly, is surely coming,” says the Lord of …
out of the chaos 05.11.2020
Suddenly… Immediately… Right now… What do these words mean to you? The gospel of Mark is known for his use of the term “immediately.” He portrays Jesus as the servant and a servant acts immediately when called upon. He doesn’t ponder, consider, contemplate if he will act or when. He responds when called. So Jesus …
out of the chaos 05.09.2020
Today as you enjoy Saturday and prepare for Sunday, I encourage you to remember how the Lord rescued you from your Egypt. Remember what it was like in slavery, remember how the Lord took you by the hand and led you out of the pit. What makes you want to return? What about it looks …
out of the chaos 05.08.2020
Horses were a big deal in the Ancient Near East. Horses were a sign of wealth, they were a vehicle for war, they pulled chariots, carried kings. In the book of Deuteronomy, the Lord gave instructions to Moses regarding a king. He knew that one day the people of Israel would want a king just …
OUT OF THE CHAOS 05.06.2020
Then he put a little child among them. Taking the child in his arms, he said to them, “Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes not only me but also my Father who sent me.” Mark 9:36-37 Much has been written about the reality of …
out of the chaos 05.05.2020
Monday morning I retreated to my deck for some quiet time with Jesus. I have often closed my posts with the priestly blessing from Numbers 6. It goes like this: May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace. …
out of the chaos 05.04.2020
Today our state begins the transition from COVID-19 isolation to “normal,” whatever that is. Your state may be different, but the gate is open. I admit, I approach the gate very cautiously, looking carefully in every direction. Is it safe to wander beyond the confines of my yard? I found a few verses that will …
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