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Tag Archives: John the Baptist
Anticipation in Advent – learning from those who waited first
[For Advent: updated from the archives.] Before the birth of Jesus there were those who lived in the anticipation of his coming, people who knew prophecies such as this: “I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all … Continue reading
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Tagged Advent, Anna, Charles Wesley, Come Thou Long Expected Jesus, Elizabeth and Zechariah, Haggai, John the Baptist, Mary, Prophecy, Simeon
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God’s Tenderness – explosive and overwhelming
[From the archives.] Tenderness, noun: expressing warm, affectionate feelings; being kind and merciful; possessing gentle and delicate qualities; providing care and protectiveness. (Dictionary.com.) Explosive Tenderness Otis Redding took the word tenderness and turned it on its head. It’s not that … Continue reading
John’s Head and Jesus’ Bread – a tale of two parties
Matthew 14 tells of Herod’s gruesome birthday party and Jesus’ desire to get away from it all. It starts with Herod: On Herod’s birthday the daughter of Herodias danced for the guests and pleased Herod so much that he promised … Continue reading
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Tagged feeding the five thousand, Heavenly Kingdom, Herod, Herodias, Jesus, John the Baptist, Salome
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Experiencing Advent with Those Who Were There
[For Advent: updated from the archives.] Anticipation Christmas carols. They’re all over. From the radio to shopping malls and even in churches. Yes, I said even in churches. We sing about the events surrounding Jesus’ birth, angels proclaiming and shepherds … Continue reading
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Tagged Advent, Anna, Charles Wesley, Christmas, Come Thou Long Expected Jesus, Haggai, Jesus, John the Baptist, Mary, Simeon
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Jesus and the Mystery of the Third Cousin, Twice Removed
Jesus and John the Baptist were related through their mothers. What was the exact relationship between them all? Good question. More on that later. First, let’s note that yesterday was Cousins Day (a holiday celebrated every July 24, apparently). Happy … Continue reading
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Tagged consanguinity, cousins, Elizabeth, family, Jesus, John the Baptist, Mary, relationships
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Advent With The People Who Welcomed Jesus First
[From the archives.] Anticipation Christmas carols. They’re all over. From the radio to shopping malls and even in churches. Yes, I said even in churches. We sing about the events surrounding Jesus’ birth, angels proclaiming and shepherds watching and a … Continue reading
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Tagged Advent, Anna, Baby Jesus, Christmas Carols, John the Baptist, Mary, Simeon
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The Explosive Power of Gospel Tenderness
[From the archives, in honor of Black Music Month.] Tenderness, noun: expressing warm, affectionate feelings; being kind and merciful; possessing gentle and delicate qualities; providing care and protectiveness. (Dictionary.com.) Otis Redding took the word tenderness and turned it on its … Continue reading
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Tagged Black Music Month, Gospel, John the Baptist, Otis Redding, tender mercy, Try a Little Tenderness, Zechariah
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The Cross of Jesus Divides Everything in Two
[Updated from the archives.] *** Stand in the place where you live Now face north Think about direction Wonder why you haven’t before (Stand, lyrics by Michael Stipe, performed by R.E.M.) Goofy dancing aside, this isn’t bad advice (and please … Continue reading
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Tagged John the Baptist, legalism, New Commandment, New Covenant, Old Covenant, R.E.M.
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Try A Little Tenderness – Otis Redding sings the gospel truth
Tenderness, noun: expressing warm, affectionate feelings; being kind and merciful; possessing gentle and delicate qualities; providing care and protectiveness. (Dictionary.com.) Otis Redding took the word tenderness and turned it on its head. It’s not that he changed the definition. It’s … Continue reading
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Tagged God's love, Hosea 2, John the Baptist, Luke 1, Otis Redding, tender mercy, Try a Little Tenderness, Zechariah
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The Anticipation of Christ – it’s not what people expected
[This post appeared at Aimee Byrd’s place on December 13, 2011. Blessed Advent and Merry Christmas to you all.] Anticipation Christmas carols. They’re all over. From the radio to shopping malls and even in churches. Yes, I said even in … Continue reading
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Tagged Anna, anticipation, Christmas, John the Baptist, Joseph, Luke 2, Mary, Psalm 98, Simeon
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