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Three Blizzard Meditations
2011-02-02 07:49:00
"After you are done finding the right educational videos for your kids, and after you have spent some special time getting work done in a more focused way, there are some blizzard meditations that I highly recommend."
Meditations on Death: Fear
2010-10-25 11:56:00
We do not do a good job of talking about death and dying in Western culture, especially here in the U.S. Perhaps this is part of why we have so many hang-ups on the subject. This series is designed to stimulate thought and discussion on the difficult subject of death. If atheists view death as an ending of the self, the termination of everything we call "I," does this mean it is something to be feared? For some of us, the idea of returning to nothingness does indeed provoke fear. Others find the idea of nothingness too abstract to elicit strong emotion. And still others, including me, lost our fear of nothingness somewhere along the path of life, even as we developed new and far more terrifying fears.I was recently asked on Formspring about my views of death and the degree to which I feared my own death. In composing my brief response, I was struck by just how much my views have changed over the course of my life. As a child and well into my teen years, the prospect of death terrif...
Meditations on Death: Prelude
2010-09-26 15:09:00
I don't write very many posts without knowing whether I'll actually put them up on the blog. This is one of them. I wrote this after hearing about Mojoey's (Deep Thoughts) recent loss of his father. I found myself thinking that death is one of those things that really needs more attention in Western culture. We don't like to think about it, and as a result, rarely discuss it. I cannot help thinking that this reluctance has many adverse effects.I'm every bit as guilty as anyone in not wanting to think about death. I know I'll die, and I know everyone close to me will die. But I tend to sweep thoughts like that aside. No point dwelling on something so unpleasant, I tell myself. I've got too much living to do, and I don't want to get bogged down with such thoughts. But in the back of my mind, there is an awareness that I am not doing myself any favors by pushing thoughts of death away. It means I'll be less prepared when I inevitably lose more people close to me. It will likel...
34 Psalms in 34 Days: Psalm 33
2009-06-27 15:06:00
“Shout for joy IN the LORD, O you righteous!  Praise befits the upright” (Psalm 33:1). “The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength.  The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue” (Psalm 33:16-17). “Our soul waits for the ...
34 Psalms In 34 Days: Psalm 1
2009-06-02 00:29:00
At Laurel Canyon, we’re dedicating the next 34 days (starting today) to reading and meditating upon 34 different psalms.  My goal here is to provide some tidbit food-for-thought on each coinciding day.  Why not join us on the journey?  You can download our reading calendar here. Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of ...
Chris Poland: black night meditations
2009-04-24 00:59:00
News: 23-04-2009: Chris Poland interview: "Black Night Meditations" radio show on Portsmouth, New Hampshire's WSCA 106.1 FM conducted an interview earlier this week with guitarist Chris Poland (OHM:, MEGADETH) http://bnm.podomatic.com/player-/web/2009-04-21T23_12_16-07_00- This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more!
Meditations on God?s Nature and Existence and the Origins of the Universe
2009-04-14 03:58:00
In two previous posts ?God?s Omnipotence and the Rules of the Game of Existence? and ?Nothing can come out of nothing - or can it?? I attempted to tackle questions on apparent contradictions of God?s nature and powers. Now I shall try to elaborate on these issues however under a different set of circumstances and with the aid of the French philosopher René Descartes.First of all, we humans are firmly situated in both time and space and are not fully aware of the consequences of our actions at any given time. For example, we have certain wills (or desires, needs), but the results are usually separated in space and time. I will (or have a sensation) that I am hungry; depending on the level of hunger my response can happen quickly or can be delayed, at least for a while. Nonetheless, it is absolutely necessary to satisfy this need for survival and the outcome will have to be food at some point of time. The question is not whether or not I am going to eat, but when.On the other hand, I ...
FISU Danmark Togathering ? September Intensivt Meditations fordybelses kur
2009-03-02 16:30:00
Der har aldrig været en bedre tid til at deltage i en Togathering. Med mediernes bølgebrus af negativitet og frygten for vores sikkerhed masende sig på fra alle sider ? er det den perfekte lejlighed til at sætte sit liv i perspektiv. Som vi altid siger, det er den bedste investering man kan foretage i sig selv.
Brief Points From Daniel
2008-10-28 20:00:00
Good thoughts below from Warren Berkley: If you preach, teach, or just talk to people about biblical truth, you well know there are some things people don’t want to hear–undeniable truths people do not dispute, but don’t really want to hear. I’ve just started teaching the book of Daniel and I made these two points in the ...
Of Moths, Rust & Market Plunges
2008-09-30 03:39:00
Today’s a good day to remind ourselves of Jesus’ encouragement. “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.  For where ...
20 Resolutions From James
2008-09-28 13:05:00
Looking to have a God-glorifying, Biblically-centered week?  Consider these 20 resolutions suggested by Sinclair Ferguson. James 1:5 To ask God for wisdom to speak with a single mind James 1:9-10 To boast only in the exaltation of Christ James 1:13 To set a watch over my mouth James 1:19 To be constantly quick to hear, slow to speak James 2:1-4 ...
Where Religion Meets The Road (2)
2008-09-27 00:52:00
We recently looked at the first half of James 1:27.  Take a moment to refresh yourself on its message. I don’t know of any way to boil James’ statement down any simpler than with one word: CARE.  Real disciples of Christ care.   The religion of Almighty God is founded upon care.  Pure and ...
Elihu Proclaims God?s Majesty
2008-09-14 12:16:00
“At this also my heart trembles and leaps out of its place. Keep listening to the thunder of his voice and the rumbling that comes from his mouth. Under the whole heaven he lets it go, and his lightning to the corners of the earth. After it his voice roars; he thunders with his majestic voice, and he does not restrain the lightnings ...
Good, Clean Godlessness
2008-09-13 20:08:00
Good thoughts from Gary Henry… For when they say, “Peace and safety!” then sudden destruction comes upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman.  And they shall not escape. (1 Thessalonians 5:3) What is the difference between a “godly” life and one that is “godless”? Are the godly those who live “good, clean lives,” and the godless all ...
A Quick Way To Make Your Religion Worthless
2008-09-10 20:40:00
Carefully read James 1:26. Looking for a way to make your religion worthless?   Here’s one option.  Don’t control your tongue today.   Say whatever you want to say, to whomever you want to say it, in whatever way you’d like.  Don’t think before you talk.  Don’t hold back.   Let it fly! Just make ...
Don?t Deceive Yourself
2008-09-08 20:35:00
Today’s thought is taken from James 1:22. That’s not hard to understand, is it?   Yesterday’s encouragement was to deliberately discipline ourselves to “receive with meekness the implanted word” which is able to save our souls.   The warning that follows is natural and logical: once you receive the word, make sure you’re a ...
A Filth-Free Week Of Receiving The Word
2008-09-08 02:13:00
James 1:21 forms an excellent theme verse for the new week, don’t you think?  It can be broken down into two parts. Part 1 Whatever you say, whatever you do, wherever you go, put away all of the filth.  Don’t wade into it today.  Don’t invite it into your life this week.   Do whatever ...
Enough Said
2008-09-06 15:06:00
Why not challenge yourself with modeling James 1:19-20 as a living commentary this weekend? You don’t need me to elaborate on those inspired words, do you?  What the Spirit of God meant, the Spirit of God said, and we can understand exactly what he means.  Let’s step up to the challenge.
The LORD Answers Job (8)
2008-09-06 05:57:00
“Can you hunt the prey for the lion, or satisfy the appetite of the young lions, when they crouch in their dens or lie in wait in their thicket? Who provides for the raven its prey, when its young ones cry to God for help, and wander about for lack of food?” (Job 38:39-41)
The LORD Answers Job (7)
2008-09-04 20:47:00
?Can you lift up your voice to the clouds, that a flood of waters may cover you? Can you send forth lightnings, that they may go and say to you, ?Here we are?? Who has put wisdom in the inward parts or given understanding to the mind? Who can number the clouds by wisdom? Or who can tilt the waterskins of the heavens, when the ...
The LORD Answers Job (6)
2008-09-04 05:38:00
?Can you bind the chains of the Pleiades or loose the cords of Orion? Can you lead forth the Mazzaroth in their season, or can you guide the Bear with its children? Do you know the ordinances of the heavens? Can you establish their rule on the earth?” (Job 38:31-33)
The LORD Answers Job (5)
2008-09-03 05:00:00
“Who has cleft a channel for the torrents of rain and a way for the thunderbolt, to bring rain on a land where no man is, on the desert in which there is no man, to satisfy the waste and desolate land, and to make the ground sprout with grass? Has the rain a father, or who has begotten the drops of dew? From whose womb did the ice ...
The LORD Answers Job (4)
2008-08-29 16:00:00
“Where is the way to the dwelling of light, and where is the place of darkness, that you may take it to its territory and that you may discern the paths to its home? You know, for you were born then, and the number of your days is great! Have you entered the storehouses of the snow, or have you seen the storehouses of the hail, which ...
The LORD Answers Job (3)
2008-08-28 23:14:00
“Have you commanded the morning since your days began, and caused the dawn to know its place, that it might take hold of the skirts of the earth, and the wicked be shaken out of it? It is changed like clay under the seal, and its features stand out like a garment. From the wicked their light is withheld, and their uplifted arm ...
The LORD Answers Job (2)
2008-08-27 19:31:00
“Or who shut in the sea with doors when it burst out from the womb, when I made clouds its garment and thick darkness its swaddling band, and prescribed limits for it and set bars and doors, and said, ‘Thus you shall come, and no farther, and here shall your proud waves be stayed’?” (Job 38:8-11)
The LORD Answers Job (1)
2008-08-26 20:43:00
“Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Dress for action like a man; I will question you, and you make it known to me. Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements— surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid ...
Being Good Gifts
2008-08-22 17:22:00
Take a moment to read James 1:16-18. Remind yourself throughout the day of James’ revelation: every good and perfect gift comes from above.  Make sure your thanksgiving abounds for what has been provided by the Father of lights. One practical way of expressing your appreciation?  Be a “good gift” right back to your Father.   ...
Watch Out For The Bait
2008-08-20 20:33:00
Having meditated on James 1:13 yesterday, we turn our attention to James 1:14 today. The figure used by James is pretty easy to understand, isn’t it?  Think of the fish that first notices the juicy worm dangling in the distance.  He allows himself to drift closer and closer, relishing the opportunity to swallow the worm ...
When Temptation Hits
2008-08-19 20:21:00
Today’s thought is from James 1:13.  Take a deep breath, put your mouse after the passage reference, and soak in the message. Done?  Now notice carefully the language.   Not if you are tempted, but when.  It’s coming.  If you haven’t already been tempted today, it won’t be long. When the temptation strikes, remember, “this isn’t ...
Remember Your Crown
2008-08-15 14:49:00
Today’s thought is taken from James 1:12. Make a promise to yourself right now.   Ready?  Here it is.  Throughout the day, come what may, I will remember my crown. I may go through a difficult time today.  The trials may seem as if they are piling up all around me.  But ...
If Sinners Entice You
2008-08-08 21:24:00
Friday.  Finally.   The beginning of what we hope will be an enjoyable weekend.  Out of school or work.  Some money in our pockets and time on our hands. What will you do this weekend? Whatever you do, whomever you’re with, wherever you go, remember the wise warning of Solomon: “if sinners entice you, do ...
Striving For Single-Mindedness
2008-07-08 19:38:00
Take a moment to reflect on James 1:7-8. Here’s today’s challenge: “I will strive for single-mindedness in everything I do.” In the things that I say… In the ways that I say them… In the decisions I make… In my dealings with others… When I’m around my friends… When no one is looking… …I will be a single-minded disciple of Jesus.  ...
Dealing With Doubt
2008-07-07 12:39:00
James 1:6 is a good passage to remember throughout the week. How will you deal with your doubts this week?  When you feel them slithering into your mind, remind yourself of the powerful foot of the Son of God that has already crushed the head of the serpent.  He can crush your doubts as well. Why ...
The Proper Use Of Our Freedom
2008-07-04 12:04:00
One of my favorite scriptures concerning the freedom that is available in Jesus is from Paul’s letter to the Galatian saints.  Take a look at Galatians 5:1.  Then, Galatians 5:13. Some simply-stated, yet challengingly-applied marching orders for the citizen of God’s kingdom today: Stand firm. Remember who you are.  Never forget the price which was paid to ...
Who?s In Charge Here?
2008-07-02 12:50:00
Freedom.  That has been our focus for the last two days.  Do you want to live today in the freedom that Christ makes available?   Then you need to remember the Spirit’s encouragement from Romans 6:12-14. The time may come at some point today when you are strongly tempted by the lusts of your flesh.  ...
Independence
2008-06-30 18:15:00
Independence Day is this Friday.  What does it mean to you?  What will be on your mind?  To many, the 4th means charcoal, hamburgers, hot dogs, a day off of work, and fireworks.  The cost of liberty will be a distant thought, and that’s unfortunate. But how much worse to go through this week without appreciating ...
In Need Of Wisdom
2008-06-28 12:30:00
It can be hard to admit that you don’t have all the answers.   It can be disheartening to acknowledge that you’re not sure.   But the first step to greater wisdom is an acknowledgement of your need.  Our knee-jerk reactions when the need for more wisdom hits us are relatively common: More study. More ...
Less Of Self
2008-06-26 12:38:00
Day by day His tender mercy Healing, helping, full and free, Brought me lower while I whispered “Less of self, and more of Thee.” Are you dedicated to the goal of spiritual growth?  Day by day?  Hour by hour?  How ironic that in order to grow closer to God we must wither to self.  With that in mind, here’s ...
Some Of Self
2008-06-25 13:51:00
Yet He found me; I beheld Him Bleeding on th’accursed tree, And my wistful heart said faintly, “Some of self, and some of Thee.” Double-mindedness.  That’s what the verse above describes.   Double-mindedness beckons us to follow the easy way that leads to destruction.  It’s the way of compromise.  It’s the path of self-deception. Before another minute of your ...
All Of Self
2008-06-24 15:59:00
O, the bitter pain and sorrow That a time could ever be, When I proudly said to Jesus “All of self, and none of Thee.” Are you wasting your life?  What could define the principle of wastefulness more than a being created in the image of God Himself who proudly says by his actions (or inaction), “All of self ...
Finding The Joy In Trials
2008-06-18 06:06:00
James doesn’t waste much time getting into the meat of his message. Take a moment, tune everything else out, and read James 1:2-3. You may not even see it coming. It could arrive today. In the next few hours you might become intimately acquainted with a trial unlike any you have ...
Wisdom Cries Aloud
2008-06-17 19:58:00
Today’s thought is taken from Proverbs 1:20-21. Make sure that you pause long enough to place your mouse over that reference and read that passage. Maybe even read it a second time. Have you really listened to the message? You’ll hear a lot of noise today. Much of it hasn’t evolved beyond ...
Thankful For Helpful Parents
2008-06-15 06:51:00
Take a moment to read Proverbs 1:8-9. Have you been blessed with parents who taught you the Creator’s will from a young age? If so, make sure to pause and appreciate that gift throughout the day. Those of us who grew up with godly parents can’t put a price tag on such ...
The Beginning
2008-06-05 17:34:00
Proverbs 1:7 carries a message you and I need to remember throughout the day. I’m especially mindful of those who’ve justed graduated high school and are headed to independence in one form or another. Young person, remember. Whatever you learn, regardless of what you think you know, beyond each of your fears, ...
Meditation Basics: What, Why and How
2008-05-30 17:56:00
?Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.? ~Margaret J. Wheatley What is meditation? Meditation is a contemplative state which one enters in order to relax the waking consciousness. There are many reasons that people take up meditation and there are numerous benefits to incorporating a regular ...
When You Hear, Do You Listen?
2008-05-27 15:38:00
A couple of days ago we challenged ourselves with the message of Proverbs 25:11.  How did you do? For today, let’s build on the challenge with the next verse — Proverbs 25:12. Perhaps you’re married.  If so, how much does your wedding band mean to you?  Doesn’t it go without saying that your ring is ...
Are You Hiding Anything?
2008-05-14 18:39:00
Ready for some wise words?  Take a listen to Proverbs 28:13. What is it?  That personal sin you’re hiding. Where does it strike the hardest?  That bad habit you know must be conquered. When’s the last time you fell?  You know.  The trap you just can’t seem to stay out of. Remember this wise statement throughout ...
Don?t Envy The Evil
2008-05-08 23:34:00
Take a moment to meditate upon the message of Proverbs 24:1-2. It can be extremely tempting at times to “envy” the “evil.”  We know what they’re doing.  We know it’s wrong.  But we fantasize about what it would be like to be them, or at least to be “with them.” Remember throughout your day ...
You?re Always The Liar
2008-05-07 22:44:00
So says Proverbs 30:5-6 when you find yourself at odds with God and His revelation. God says “DO this.” You say, “It’s not that big of a deal.” You’re the liar. Every time. God says “DON’T do this.” You say, “It’s not that big of a deal.” You’re the liar. Every time. Not much need to elaborate on that ...
Book Review: A Restless Soul ? Meditations From The Road ? By Henri Nouwen
2008-05-07 21:14:00
Travel writing is incredible.  It mixes together two incredible things, travel and writing, and manages to create a hybrid which maintains the greatest aspects of each component.  Two shining examples of the genre which have a had a great impact on my own life are Che Guevara?s Motorcycle Diaries and Bill Bryson?s A Walk In ...
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