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Morning Reflection 2/28/12 – Psalm 12
Plea for Help in Evil Times To the leader: according to The Sheminith. A Psalm of David. 1Help, O Lord, for there is no longer anyone who is godly; the faithful have disappeared from humankind. 2They utter lies to each other; with flattering lips and a double heart they speak. 3May the Lord cut…
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Morning Reflection 2/27/12 – Psalm 11
Song of Trust in God To the leader. Of David. 1 In the Lord I take refuge; how can you say to me, “Flee like a bird to the mountains; 2 for look, the wicked bend the bow, they have fitted their arrow to the string, to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart. 3…
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Signs of Resurrection – Ian Morgan Cron
Ian Morgan Cron was asked where he saw signs of resurrection. He relates a retreat he led for worship leaders and what he discovered and what he is discovering. While not everyone will agree with what he says about worship trends, I love what he says about silence and noise. Perhaps it is time to…
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Morning Reflection 2/24/12 – Psalm 10
Prayer for Deliverance from Enemies 1 Why, O Lord, do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? 2 In arrogance the wicked persecute the poor— let them be caught in the schemes they have devised. 3 For the wicked boast of the desires of their heart, those greedy for…
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Morning Reflection 2/23/12 – Psalm 9
God’s Power and Justice To the leader: according to Muth-labben. A Psalm of David. 1 I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. 2 I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High. 3 When…
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Ash Wednesday Reflection: Lent and Dying to Yourself (Diana Butler Bass)
Today’s Ash Wednesday. It is the beginning of Lent. Here are some thoughts from Diana Butler Bass as she reflects on Lent and denial. Lent & Dying To Self from The Work Of The People on Vimeo