Today we celebrate Fourth Week of Lent

"When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to men that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." Matthew 6:16-18

Archive for October 9th, 2006

The Flame of Faith

October 9th, 2006

Tonight I am sitting in my room and reading a book. As a grad student, this is a rare occassion. Well, reading isn’t – reading for pleasure is. It’s the first novel I’ve read in two months, and I’ve been enjoying the simple act of reading, something that I have always loved. [...]

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Scripture: Purpose in Jeremiah 29:11

October 9th, 2006

I would be remiss if I didn’t talk about my favorite verse when considering the theme of “purpose.” For a refresher:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11

I once heard this verse [...]

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