"The LORD said to Moses, "Speak to the entire assembly of Israel and say to them: 'Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy." Leviticus 19:1-2 (NIV)Why is it important for me to strive for holiness in my life?Holiness (Strong's Concordance):English Words used in KJV:sanctify 26 hallow 2 be holy 1 [Total Count: 29] 1) to render or acknowledge, or to be venerable or hallow2) to separate from … [Read more...] about Living Life Upside Down
Archives for September 2008
Where Is My Hope?
"The LORD is exalted, for he dwells on high; he will fill Zion with justice and righteousness. He will be the sure foundation for your times, a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the LORD is the key to this treasure."Isaiah 33:5-6 (NIV)Somedays, I just need a good reminder of Who is in charge of this universe. Although the media would like to … [Read more...] about Where Is My Hope?
A True Offering
"Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9:7 (NIV)My children have learned the order of our Sunday church service by heart. The offering comes just a few minutes before our pastor delivers his sermon. The piano and organ play a beautiful piece of worship music. The congregation sits … [Read more...] about A True Offering
Ruth and the Gazelle
"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity." Proverbs 17:17Hey girlfriends! I wanted to talk about friendship today. Our friendships. I recently filled out a survey of over fifty questions that asked random questions in order to give a little insight into who I was as a person. The questions ranged from the silly to the serious. I passed my filled-out survey on to my … [Read more...] about Ruth and the Gazelle
Piano Lessons
"Blessed is the man you discipline, O LORD, the man you teach from your law; you grant him relief from days of trouble, till a pit is dug for the wicked."Psalm 94:12-13 (NIV)I became obsessed with playing the piano the year we moved to Congo when I was ten years old. The first question out of my mouth at a missionary friend's home was, "Can I play your piano?" I realize now why some … [Read more...] about Piano Lessons
One Hundred Dollars
"Listen to me, dear brothers and sisters. Hasn’t God chosen the poor in this world to be rich in faith? Aren’t they the ones who will inherit the Kingdom he promised to those who love him?" James 2:5The year before we moved to Tennessee, I homeschooled my children. Part of their reading curriculum involved a short little book called The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes. I read the book when I … [Read more...] about One Hundred Dollars