Category Archives: Scripture Commentary

Metaphors of equality

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

The bible frequently uses the metaphor of adoption to describe our inclusion in God’s family.  What makes this metaphor so powerful is that God brings us in as full family members.  God makes us full sons and daughters.  This is … Continue reading →

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The essence of the Gospel:

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

I’ve had to think a lot recently about how to succinctly summarize the gospel.  For example, at work we were each asked to share what the gospel meant to us personally, and yesterday on a job app I had to … Continue reading →

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Psalm 40: telling your story well

Posted on October 21, 2011 by

Excerpts from Psalm 40 (NIV) 1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on … Continue reading →

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A change of heart: Jonah

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

Excerpts from the story of Jonah: (Message translation) Jonah 1:1-3  One day long ago, God’s Word came to Jonah, Amittai’s son: “Up on your feet and on your way to the big city of Nineveh! Preach to them. They’re in … Continue reading →

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Isaiah 58

Posted on October 9, 2011 by

Excerpts from Isaiah 58 (NIV) “Shout it aloud, do not hold back… Declare to my people their rebellion… 2 For day after day they seek me out; they seem eager to know my ways, as if they were a nation … Continue reading →

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