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Psalm 70

We have seen these lines before, at the end of Psalm 40. Standing alone, the context is subtly different. As a simple and short call for God’s help, it speaks of someone who has little opportunity to compose a more … Continue reading

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Update on Dad 01

I am grateful for those who have prayed with me about my Dad’s medical problems. Nobody will shame you if you take no interest in this subject, but for those who are curious, settle in for the long haul on … Continue reading

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A Season or Not

This is not the season for teaching deep insights just now. It’s more the season for preparation using what we already know. Today it was cool enough that I could dive into the undergrowth and begin harvesting firewood (the pile … Continue reading

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Go Ahead and Laugh

My human side sincerely wishes that God could be a little more forthcoming about the timing of some things, but that’s simply not His way. The exceptions in Scripture are few, indeed, so there is no reason to expect anything … Continue reading

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Praying Divine Justice

God is willing to tweak things along the way as He executes His wider plans. For the most part, we have no clue, nor capacity to process clues, about God’s designs on the bigger picture of global human existence. However, … Continue reading

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New PDF: The Cult

Here it is, folks: The Cult (PDF). You can get a copy in Word 2000 DOC format and Libre Office ODT (Open Document format) on request; my email address is declared on the “About” tab above. I’ll work on an … Continue reading

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Photolog: Old Houses Mostly

Today I took the Casino Loop and focused on old houses and related scenery. Click on any image for a larger view. I rode out on SE 44th and the washout patches are now covered in asphalt. It’s the dump-n-rake … Continue reading

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Divine Order and Chaos

Have you been watching it? Humans are inherently nomadic, though our fallen nature prefers a sedentary existence. As population has grown over the centuries in habitable areas, our fundamental design is causing trouble. Western Civilization has done some useful things, … Continue reading

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Sunday Afternoon Visit

Come on in and have a seat and a glass of iced tea with me! Looks like we can’t afford the gym memberships any more. For me, it’s no horrendous loss, just a minor change of habits. I can easily … Continue reading

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Psalm 69

Should you take the time to actually absorb the imagery here, it’s hard to imagine you would not be moved to tears at some of it. It’s quoted in the other parts of the Bible, verbally and in thought. David … Continue reading

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