Mark 7:6-8
Living It
“He (Jesus) replied, “Isaiah was right when prophesied about you hypocrites; as it is written, “These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain; their teachings are but rules taught by men (Isaiah 29:13).” You have let go of the commands of God [...]
Archive for September, 2007
Living It
Posted in Living Water, tagged church, hypocrisy, Jesus, prayer, youth on September 28, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
A Pastor’s Prayer
Posted in Prayers, tagged , Jesus, pastor, prayer, shepherd on September 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
A Pastor’s Prayer by Christopher B. Wolf
Dear Lord,
I thank you for this gift of being a shepherd for Your people.
When they cry, let me share their tears.
When they laugh, let me celebrate.
When they are broken, let me re-member them.
When they pray, let me echo their prayers.
When they need to be heard, let me [...]
Ministry by hand
Posted in Reflections, tagged Baptism, Christianity, ministry, religion, spirituality on September 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
We baptized two infants yesterday and as usual it was awesome. The first time I baptized someone (sounds weird just saying it) was in 2002 and her name was Gwen. I remember after worship that day just looking at my right hand, the hand I had used to take the water and baptize her in [...]
First Book Signing Event
Posted in Reflections, tagged book signing, Giving Faith a Second Chance, Thanksgiving on September 23, 2007 | 2 Comments »
First, I want to thank everybody who helped and came out to the event at First Church today. It was a great turnout. I am so thankful to God.
I have to admit it feels a bit self-serving. Sitting at a table. I didn’t like that part. I think I will not use a table next time. [...]
An Invitation
Posted in Living Water, tagged Christianity, comfort, Jesus, peace, religion, rest, spirituality on September 19, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Matthew 11:28-30
An Invitation
“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is [...]
