The Carpenter’s Greatest Work
“[Christ] cancelled the bond that stood against us with all its claims, snatching it up and nailing it to the cross.” (Colossians 2:14, LH)
Archive for December, 2008
Abiding Justice
“In his days justice shall flourish
and peace till the moon fails.” (Psalm 72:7, LH)
A Strong Companion
“The Lord of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.” (Psalm 46:1, LH)
An Offering for All
“[Jesus Christ] is an offering for our sins, and not for our sins only, but for those of the whole world.” (1 John 2:2, LH)
Longing and Thirsting
“O God, you are my God,
for you I long;
for you my soul is thirsting.” (Psalm 63:1a, LH)
A Change in Voice
“In times past, God spoke in fragmentary and varied ways to our fathers through the prophets; in this, the final age, he has spoken to us through his Son, whom he has made heir of all things and through whom he first created the universe.” (Hebrews 1:1-2, LH)
A Wise Perspective
“Make us know the shortness of our life
that we may gain wisdom of heart.” (Psalm 90:12, LH)
