Today's Reading
Judges today gives a vivid description of the defeat of the Midianites by Gideon and his 300 men. I would love to hear the review of this battle by some of our experienced military people. Suffice it for me to tell you that Midian's army was probably the most powerful fighting force of their day. God reduced the size of Gideon's army so that God Himself brought the victory. Afterward, the pride of the Ephraimites and the subsequent vengeance of Gideon is a sad ending to the account.
Luke: I am amazed at the forgiveness offered by God. First, Jesus prays for forgiveness to those who crucified Him. Then, He promises paradise to a man who offers a simple act of contrition.
Today's Psalm paints a beautiful word picture of this wonderful, awesome God that we serve.
A New Testament verse reminds me of today's Proverbs. "Bad company corrupts good morals."
What are your thoughts?
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CLIMBING COMPANIONS 2012
I am grateful that I have read the Bible through every year for over 25 years. Each journey is a new adventure that uncovers new treasures. I hope you will take this journey with me. We are reading the One Year Bible Plan for this year. Each day will include a passage from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms and Proverbs.
I have found the plan to be available on YouVersion.com. One great thing about their program is that you can sign up, download their app for your smartphone and read directly from there. If you prefer, they will email each day's readings. We will once again use the New Living Translation for our reading. I chose it because it is fairly easy to read and understand as well as quite accurate.
During the earthly journey of Jesus, he asked people to join him. Those who payed the price of leaving their old life behind got to know Him far better than those who kept their distance. One example of this is...
When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, he climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committed, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions. (Matthew 5:1-2 The Message)
I am inviting those who attend Stone Ridge Church in Yuma, Arizona, USA, along with our friends and family from around the world to become one of Jesus' "Climbing Companions." You can come back here each day to make your comments, ask questions and received encouragement on your journey.
On the left side of this page, you will find a place to sign up -- just click on "Follow this blog." I deeply hope you will follow, comment and keep the conversation going.
During the earthly journey of Jesus, he asked people to join him. Those who payed the price of leaving their old life behind got to know Him far better than those who kept their distance. One example of this is...
When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, he climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committed, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions. (Matthew 5:1-2 The Message)
I am inviting those who attend Stone Ridge Church in Yuma, Arizona, USA, along with our friends and family from around the world to become one of Jesus' "Climbing Companions." You can come back here each day to make your comments, ask questions and received encouragement on your journey.
On the left side of this page, you will find a place to sign up -- just click on "Follow this blog." I deeply hope you will follow, comment and keep the conversation going.
Pastor Sam
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