Category Archives: Perseverance

Deeply Grieved…Even Unto Death

Posted on July 23, 2012 by richrockwood

According to the account, the man told his companions exactly what he was feeling: “Then he said to them, “I am deeply grieved, even to death” (Matt 26:38 NRSV) It is hard to imagine that Jesus of Nazareth, whom we … Continue reading →

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Surrounded By Faithfulness

Posted on July 18, 2012 by richrockwood

“O LORD God of hosts, who is as mighty as you, O LORD? Your faithfulness surrounds you.” (Psalm 89:8 NRSV) Think of it. God is surrounded by His faithfulness. What is faithfulness? Faithfulness is the quality of loyalty or steadfastness. … Continue reading →

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Everyone’s Got Talent

Posted on July 17, 2012 by richrockwood

NBC has a provided a show for gifted people. It’s called “America’s Got Talent.” According to Wikipedia this show is part of the British “Got Talent” Franchise. “It is a talent show that features singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and other … Continue reading →

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Lead Me Lord

Posted on July 16, 2012 by richrockwood

As I get older, I have noticed it is harder to hear what people are saying. Sometimes it takes me longer to understand what is happening around me. This is not unlike the feeling I have experienced when walking around … Continue reading →

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The Courts of the Lord

Posted on July 13, 2012 by richrockwood

In one of my readings for today, I came across these verses: 1 How lovely is your dwelling place, O LORD of hosts! 2 My soul longs, indeed it faints for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh sing … Continue reading →

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Get Going

Posted on July 11, 2012 by richrockwood

Last night at a meeting for writers, we were all encouraged to let our passion for writing move us forward. That’s an easy thing to agree to do while “up” there with all the other writers. Today I have to … Continue reading →

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