Author Archives: heartcalm7

Unexpected justice

Posted on November 6, 2017 by heartcalm7

We are all for justice in our world order.  But most people are more interested in justice being rendered to those who offend them, not to themselves.  Are you ready for the justice you deserve? All we, like sheep, have gone astray. … Continue reading →

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I Give You Peace.

Posted on October 30, 2017 by heartcalm7

In the night, I was thanking God for the wonderful blessing of peace.   This is not something to be expected from the world or our personal circumstances.  It is a wonderful kindness of God to gift us with this blessing. Peace I … Continue reading →

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Who Do We Reflect to People?

Posted on October 28, 2017 by heartcalm7

Moses had a very close relationship with God during his wilderness service.  80-120 years old during this stressful time, he had learned dependence on God.  Speaking to God often in the Tent of Meeting as a friend (Exodus 33:11), it might be … Continue reading →

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Does Our Light Shine?

Posted on October 23, 2017 by heartcalm7

The Lord gave Moses and the people careful instructions as to how the 7-pronged menorah should be crafted.  (Exodus 25:31-40)  This is the lampstand that gave light to the otherwise dark, interior of the Holy Place in the Tabernacle.  It is the centerpiece of … Continue reading →

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Powerless and dependent

Posted on October 16, 2017 by heartcalm7

It is a periodic revelation to me that I cannot obey God in my own power.  My white-knuckling attempts at being godly in my own strength do not please Him.  I need to repeatedly learn the lesson that I must acknowledge … Continue reading →

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Who is Grateful?

Posted on October 15, 2017 by heartcalm7

Richard is grateful for the Faithful Shepherd who has patiently led him along in a very happy and fulfilling life.  Discovering a relationship with God, he has moved from a life characterized by worried performance to one of grateful resting. He … Continue reading →

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Humility

Posted on September 4, 2017 by heartcalm7

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