For This Hour

[This was originally written about six months ago. It is being reposted now as it pertains to this recent election and I still fully agree with what I have written] Then Jesus said, “You would have no power over me at all unless it were given to you from above. So the one who handed…

November 6 – The Vote

Read: Ezekiel 14:12-16:41, Hebrews 7:18-28, Psalm 106:1-12, Proverbs 27:4-6 For the law never made anything perfect. But now we have confidence in a better hope, through which we draw near to God. (Hebrews 7:19) Relate: I just did a quick sampling of my facebook feed, within the last hour I had 33 status updates that had something to do with…

October 13 – Weep For the One Being Led Away

Read: Jeremiah 22:1-23:20, 2Thessalonians 1:1-12, Psalm 83:1-18, Proverbs 25:11-14 Do not weep for the dead king or mourn his loss. Instead, weep for the captive king being led away. (Jeremiah 22:10) Relate: The King is dead. Long live the King. These words have been a traditional part of the ascension ceremony in England, France, and Denmark for hundreds…