- We are all a part of something bigger than ourselves
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Jimmy Seibert – A New Thing
Antioch Belton – Beatitudes – Matthew 5:5-8
See My Powerpoint Notes For This Talk Here
- The big idea of this passage is that Jesus inverts our world. He pushes against everything else we would trust in so that we will trust in Him. Are you trusting Jesus? How are you trusting Jesus? This leads to your greatest joy, your greatest happiness.
- Matthew 5:5-8
- Matthew 5:5
- Meekness Defined
- The biblical greek word for meek is different from the common English. When we think of meek, we think of those who are timid. That’s not a good picture. The better picture is that of a bridled horse, or a commanding military officer sparing a prisoner. Power under control. Biblical meekness is not weakness but rather refers to exercising God’s strength under His control – i.e. demonstrating power without undue harshness.
- http://biblesuite.com/greek/4239.htm
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- Psalm 37:7-13
- Our Inheritance Comes From Him
- Romans 4:13
- Trust Him
- Luke 1:46-55
- Mary Sang a Song of Trust
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- Meekness Defined
- Matthew 5:6
- Hunger
- This same word for hungry is used in Matthew 4:2 after Jesus was done fasting. He knew what this meant.
- 1 Peter 2:2-3
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- Hunger
- Matthew 5:7
- Mercy
- If we’re not merciful:
- at best, it speaks to a lack of revelation
- at worst, it speaks to a lack of relationship with God
- Matthew 6:14-15
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- Matthew 5:8
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- Ezekiel 36:24-26
- A Gift for You
- Ephesians 1:13-14
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- You’re a New Creation
- 2 Corinthians 5:14-20
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- All God’s Wrath Was Poured Out
- Romans 8:1-4
- New Heart
Inner Workings
Originally Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2005
Mood: 
not sure
Now Playing: Jars of Clary: Redemption Songs
Topic: Living in the Epic Story
Currently Reading
Ragman – reissue : And Other Cries of Faith (Wangerin, Walter)
By Walter Wangerin
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Hmmm…so it’s been a while since I’ve posted. Little over a month. How do I do it? Awkward moments have happened. Mainly, I had a man randomly walk up to me while in Walmart and speak Klingon while trying to let me know that Krystals’ mini hamburgers are good. Also, I have convinced a friend that she is awkward but in a good way. I like you, internal dialogs at Starbucks are funny and weird. Continue reading “Inner Workings”
Identity and Solitude
Originally Posted: Friday, September 30, 2005
Mood: 
not sure
Now Reading: Henry Nouwen: The Way of the Heart
Topic: The Romance of God
Currently Listening
Upbeats & Beatdowns
By Five Iron Frenzy
14: A Flowery Song
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Well, it’s been a week since I’ve posted. Interesting days. Cold front has come through. It’s nice to have actual fall weather for once. New things that I’ve been learning. Conviction that God is bringing. I hate that I’m not good. I love the grace that Jesus gives me. Been learning of solitude. It’s good. I’m convicted. Change that I need. Continue reading “Identity and Solitude”
Looking into His eyes
Originally Posted:Thursday, September 22, 2005
Mood: not sure
Now Playing: Glorious: Revelation Song
Topic: martyrdom and adventure
Currently Reading
The Way of the Heart : Desert Spirituality and Contemporary Ministry
By Henri J. M. Nouwen
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Ok, so here goes. I don’t know. I’ve been sick the last few days. Now I’m better. My voice is back. Silence is good. I have a friend who just started speaking again. He took a vow of silence for a week. I’m very proud of him for sticking with it. Time seems endless now. Things seem…mundane. Yeah, that’s a good word…mundane. Mundane is OK. Continue reading “Looking into His eyes”
We Are Not Owed
It’s time for a guest post!! Here’s one from Jonathan Jones. Jonathan is a Doctoral student, Worship Leader, and student of the grace of God. When he’s not being a musical genius, you can probably find him working, teaching on grace, or being that guy playing guitar on campus. Point being, he’s cool AND smart. That’s a 1-2 punch combo folks. You can check out the blog he writes at http://jonathanmichaeljonesblog.blogspot.com/ or follow him on Twitter @j_mjones
I was recently in the context of a corporate worship service where the people prayed for healing of a man with cancer. It is clear from scripture that we should do this. Nevertheless, although God is perfectly capable of healing someone of sickness, we are not owed that. Continue reading “We Are Not Owed”
Independence Day
Happy Independence Day!! Random fact: did you know that the Declaration of Independence was actually signed on July 2nd, not 4th? Today I’m taking a break from the old Xanga posts. I’d like to take this moment to remember the brave men and women who have participated in the founding of a nation. Men and women who took a stand and risked, for something they believed in greatly. Continue reading “Independence Day”
Catalyst Dallas: Be Present One Year Later
A little over a year ago I was able to attend the Catalyst Conference in Dallas. If you’d like to read my notes from Catalyst Dallas, you can find the list of posts here. There’s so really great content. The theme of Catalyst Dallas, as well as Catalyst for that year, was Be Present. It’s been a little over a year and I feel like it’s time to evaluate how I’m doing at just that. Continue reading “Catalyst Dallas: Be Present One Year Later”
Changing and Grace
Originally Posted:Friday, September 02, 2005
Mood: 
quizzical
Now Playing: Silence
Topic: The Romance of God
Currently Reading
The Way of the Heart : Desert Spirituality and Contemporary Ministry
By Henri J. M. Nouwen
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I had forgotten about this song until I was looking through some cd’s the other day. The lyrics made me laugh and maybe they’ll do that for you also. It is a funny way of putting it, but it rings true to the way that Jesus changes people. Continue reading “Changing and Grace”
Sheeran’s A Team and Purpose – Part 2
Once after playing paintball all day and getting dehydrated, I had thought that I was really hungry. Once my friend and I got to the restaurant we were going too, we ended up drinking two full pitchers of water each while waiting for our food. Turns out we were both simply really thirsty. I think we took our food home in to go boxes to enjoy later. We thought we needed food, when we really needed water. We had misplaced our hunger. Continue reading “Sheeran’s A Team and Purpose – Part 2”