June 2007
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May 2007
31 posts
The Fellowship of the Unashamed
I am a part of the fellowship of the Unashamed. The die has been cast. I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made. I am a disciple of Jesus Christ. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away, or be still. My past is redeemed, my present makes sense, and my future is secure. I am finished and done with low living, sight walking, small planning, smooth knees, colorless...
St Patrick's Breastplate... rewritten
I bind to myself today There really is nothing like being free to call on the complete God, for God is both the nature and bringer of community and harmony… the creator of everything. The whole story of a God who became one of us and one with us… who was born and named, who died a criminals death and was buried in a rich mans tomb… who was restored to life and left earth still alive and kicking…...
A confession
When our thoughtless criticism stifles the creativity of others, Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy When we keep a tight hold on power and deny others the chance to participate. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. When we prefer the safety of our holy huddle to the wideness of God’s world. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. When we decline to take risks for fear that we might fail....
“The cross is becoming a major focus for us again. We are in danger, I believe,...”
– Robin Mark - writer of “Days of Elijah” and “Jesus, all for Jesus”
