In this planning retreat I am investing time in 1 Peter as I prepare to give four teachings on it in Hungary this summer.
As I’ve been meditating on the text and studying the sections I’ll be teaching, I’ve observed a theme:
Walking hopefully in Christ can bring glory to God in many ways.
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Trivia: I’m up in the northern point of Virginia. The sunrise is actually coming over a bit of West Virginia.
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I’m in the Shenandoah valley on a planning retreat. Hiking clears my mind. Since the Appalachian Trail is nearby, I took advantage…
“My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.”
Psalm 17:5 ESV
The climb up the section I was on is a mostly rocky path…
It was worth the effort…
Before I struck out on this hour of exertion, I planned the trip so I wouldn’t fall down one of these…
“Ponder the path of your feet; then all your ways will be sure.”
Proverbs 4:26 ESV
Afterward, it was back to work with a view…
To ponder our path on a regular basis is valuable. It is helpful to be reminded…
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.”
Jeremiah 17:7-8 ESV
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“But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.
Turn to me and be gracious to me; give your strength to your servant, and save the son of your maidservant.
Show me a sign of your favor, that those who hate me may see and be put to shame because you,
Lord, have helped me and comforted me.”(Psalm 86:15-17 ESV)
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“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” (Psalm 27:1 ESV)
Just now I received these pix. On the way to deliver food to a village in harm’s way, our partners have taken some food to those serving on the front.
Thank God for these who stand between armed aggressors and unarmed Ukrainians folks in villages and towns in the east.
May this gift of meals and words of the gospel show the love of Christ!
May God get glory!
Please pray for peace.
Please pray for our ability to continue to support the efforts of our partners.
Thank you for praying and giving.
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At 02:09 local time this morning all of Ukraine was under the air raid sirens.
When any of us are under attack of any kind, let us be reminded of The LORD’s admonition to Joshua:
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 ESV)
Whether it’s a lion’s den, a dying loved one, or an air raid, let us focus our hearts and minds on the ppromises of God.
He is with us.
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Please pray for peace.
Please pray for those who serve nonstop.
Please pray that many will give to help feed, house and give the gospel to the displaced inside Ukraine.
100% of gifts go to Ukraine.
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