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Tag Archives: This I know
Splurging Grace
My grandfather’s favorite hymn was Children Of The Heavenly Father, a Swedish hymn by Karolina W. Sandell-Berg. The 1st and 3rd verses (translated into English by Ernst W. Olson in 1925) are: Children of the Heavenly Father Safely in His … Continue reading
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Carry On, My Extravagant Son
When we hear the word “prodigal” today, we tend to think “wayward” or “wandering.” However, the word actually means “wasteful” or “extravagant.” As a joke, people will often greet someone who returns after an absence with “the prodigal returns!” I … Continue reading
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When God Ran
My former pastor and continued friend, Ken Blue, calls the parable of the Prodigal Son The Greatest Story Ever Told. I am guessing that of all of Jesus’ parables, this one — found only in the Gospel of Luke (15:11-32) … Continue reading
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Tagged father, god, good, grace, greatest, Jesus, love, parable, prodigal, son, story, This I know
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Even in the Darkest Moments
For children, as you may recall, the world is a very unsettling place. Parents often take the place of God for children, which is one of the reasons I believe God invented them. Parents model God to their children. Parents, … Continue reading
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Tagged a mighty fortress, crisis, faith, grace, Luther, This I know, trust
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