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July 2013

July 28, 2013

The Kingdom of God is Near!

Mark 1:14-15 “The time promised by God has come at last!” he announced. “The Kingdom...

July 21, 2013

What Is Better Than Life Itself?

Psalm 63:1-11 Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. Psalm...

May 2013

May 26, 2013

Why Do We Worship?

Come, everyone! Clap your hands! Shout to God with joyful praise! For the LORD Most...

January 2013

January 20, 2013

Having God as Your Kitchen Cabinet – Inspiration from The High Calling

Psalm 25:1-22 The LORD is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them...

January 12, 2013

The Lord Is My Shepherd – Inspiration from the High Calling

Psalm 23:1-6 The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. Psalm 23:1...

September 2012

September 23, 2012

What is Your Glory? Inspiration from the High Calling

Psalm 3:1-8 But you, O LORD, are a shield around me; you are my glory,...

September 09, 2012

Why We Praise the Lord – Inspiration from the High Calling

Praise him for his mighty works; praise his unequaled greatness! Psalm 150:2 Each week, millions...

August 2012

August 19, 2012

Submit to the Governing Authorities? Romans 13, Part 1

Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in...

August 12, 2012

Saying “No” to This World – Inspiration from The High Calling

Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into...

July 2012

July 29, 2012

Why Have You Made Me Like This? – A Reflection on Romans 9:20

Romans 9:19-24 Who are you, a mere human being, to argue with God? Should the...

July 15, 2012

God of the Powerless – Inspiration from The High Calling

Psalm 146:1-10 He gives justice to the oppressed and food to the hungry. The LORD...

July 08, 2012

What Makes Us Truly Happy? Inspiration from The High Calling

Yes, joyful are those who live like this! Joyful indeed are those whose God is...

June 2012

June 03, 2012

Lift Up Holy Hands and Praise the Lord! Inspiration from The High Calling

Lift Up Holy Hands and Praise the Lord Psalm 134:1-3 Lift up holy hands in...

May 2012

May 20, 2012

Does God Keep a Record of Our Sins?

Does God Keep a Record of Our Sins? Psalm 130:1-8 LORD, if you kept a...

May 13, 2012

Does God Care About Mother’s Day? Inspiration from The High Calling

Does God Care About Mother's Day? Psalm 128:6 May you live to enjoy your grandchildren....

March 2012

March 18, 2012

Masterpieces from Rubbish – Inspiration from the High Calling

Masterpieces from Rubbish Psalm 118:1-29 The stone that the builders rejected has now become the...

March 11, 2012

Living in God’s Presence: Inspiration from the High Calling

Living in God’s Presence Psalm 116:1-19 He has saved me from death, my eyes from...

December 2011

December 11, 2011

Advent Reflection on Streams in the Desert and Shouts of Joy

Advent Reflection on Streams in the Desert and Shouts of Joy Psalm 126:1-6 Restore our...

December 04, 2011

Advent Reflection on Forgiveness and Hope

Advent Reflection on Forgiveness and Hope Psalm 130:1-8 LORD, if you kept a record of...

November 2011

November 21, 2011

Today’s Daily Reflection: Thanks for God’s Love and Wonders

Thanks for God’s Love and Wonders Psalm 107:1-43 Let them praise the LORD for his...

November 13, 2011

The Biblical Imperative We Love to Ignore: Inspiration from the High Calling

The Biblical Imperative We Love to Ignore Psalm 96:1-13 Sing a new song to the...