Tag: repentance

September 26 @ 2 Chronicles 6-10

2 Chronicles 6-10 (NLT link)  Discover His heart: He looks for repentant and obedient hearts I was one of those nerds in high school and college who actually read the history textbooks.  I love history. I especially enjoy exploring the ruling families and dynasties from the past. God allowed me the privilege of living in Austria for a few weeks,…

September 8 @ Joel

Joel (NLT link) Discover His heart: He gives His Spirit to the repentant heart I decided a long time ago that Italian men are farmers at heart.  My grandfather had an exceptional garden and grew much of what the family ate.  He was the only person I know that could grow a peach tree in the cold Minnesota climate. My…

July 14 @ Ezekiel 25-30

Ezekiel 25-30 (NLT link)  Discover His heart: He longs for repentance that stops the hand of judgment Revenge – how sweet it is!  At least that seems to be a prevailing attitude in our culture.  Many have adopted the idiom, “Don’t get mad, get even.”  My husband tells a joke that is appropriate here – A 16-year old boy arrives…

May 9 @ 2 Samuel 10-14

2 Samuel 10-14 (NLT)  Discover His heart: He draws us to repentance and forgives our sins When bystanders are interviewed after a robbery or an attack, each one gives a little different account of what took place.  Some focus on the victim, some see only the robber and others will give an accurate description of clothing worn.  The observers focus…