re:vive

And it will be said: "Build up, build up, prepare the road! Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people." For this is what the high and exalted One says -- he who lives forever, whose name is holy: "I live in a high and holy place, but also with those who are contrite and lowly in spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite." Isaiah 57:14-16

 
 
 
 

Archive for April, 2008

the Spirit is moving

I’m flying home from Denver right now and I’m reflecting on how God is using Veritas to awaken the church through His Spirit. There are two recent developments for which I am most grateful.

A few weeks I was teaching Veritas in Fresno at First Covenant Church. I met Milt and Marge Johnson, ages 91 and [...]

Spring, grass and grubs

Spring is here.
I know spring is here because of the advertisement I received in the mail yesterday: a brochure for Scotts Lawn products.
“Wouldn’t you love to have home-grown vegetables this summer? Visit your local Scotts LawnPro retailer to buy seeds, then follow these steps to have a bountiful harvest: Plan before planting, clear the area [...]

no resurrection without death

During Holy Week, I have found myself reflecting on this Easter truth: There is no resurrection without death.
Yes, God is in the resurrection business. Hallelujah! Jesus is risen! Let’s all stand up and cheer!
Not so fast. Friday comes before Sunday.
For many Christains, the theology of glory has eclipsed the theology of the cross. In [...]

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