Tag Archives: Jesus Christ

My Name Is On the List

Posted on March 4, 2013 by jroesler728

As I scanned the news this morning I noticed that the President had pardoned a list of people. The commentator noted that none of the people were well known and there was no explanation given as to why these particular … Continue reading →

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Being Reminded of Who Hears Our Prayers

Posted on February 27, 2013 by jroesler728

As I am journeying through a Lenten devotional based on the Book of Common Prayer I am finding each morning that the written prayer begins and ends with these words: O,God ______________________________, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and … Continue reading →

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And Close the Path to Misery

Posted on October 26, 2012 by jroesler728

Sometimes when I have trouble praying I go to my old hymnbook and look for something that will give me a jump-start. This morning I was impacted by these words from an advent hymn dated 1710. The first lines are … Continue reading →

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Do Our Prayers Reflect Our Core Beliefs?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by jroesler728

I remember walking home with a cross culture worker in an Eastern country. The people who attended the prayer meeting were preparing for life work that would put their very lives at stake. As I reflected on the evening of praise … Continue reading →

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