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June 1, 2017
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Posted on 06/01/2017 6:00:06 PM PDT by beachn4fun
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Table Rock
June 2, 2017
Why do you call me, Lord, Lord, and do not do what I say?
Luke 6:46
A large, illuminated cross stands erect on Table Rock, a rocky plateau overlooking my hometown. Several homes were built on neighboring land, but recently the owners have been forced to move out due to safety concerns. Despite their close proximity to the firm bedrock of Table Rock, these homes arent secure. They have been shifting atop their foundationsnearly three inches every daycausing risk of major water pipes breaking, which would accelerate the sliding.
Jesus compares those who hear and obey His words to those who build their homes on rock (Luke 6:4748). These homes survive the storms. By contrast, He says homes built without a firm foundationlike people who dont heed His instructioncannot weather the torrents.
On many occasions, Ive been tempted to ignore my conscience when I knew God asked more of me than I had given, thinking my response had been close enough. Yet the homes in the shifting foothills nearby have depicted for me that being close is nowhere near enough when it comes to obeying Him. To be like those who built their homes on a firm foundation and withstand the storms of life that so often assail us, we must heed the words of our Lord completely.
Help me, Lord, to obey You fully and with my whole heart. Thank You for being my firm foundation.
Gods Word is the only sure foundation for life.
By Kirsten Holmberg | See Other Authors
To fully appreciate Jesuss comments in Luke 6:4649, its helpful to keep in mind the fuller content of His teachings in this chapter (see vv. 2049). Luke 6 captures many of the same teachings found in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 57)teachings that are revolutionary in cultures dominated by the powerful and where weakness is looked down on. Jesus invited His followers into Gods realitywhere it is those who know their brokenness, the poor and persecuted, who God is especially near to (vv. 2025), and where strength is demonstrated in forgiving even our enemies (vv. 2736).
A temptation when hearing Jesuss words is to be moved and inspired without wrestling with the ways His words demand change in our lives. Jesus knew that would be our tendency, and so He emphasizes that an emotional confession (Lord, Lord, v. 46) is of no value if we do not obey, if we do not let His words challenge the way we live and what we believe. Building our lives on Him means a life of daily transformation, of daily following Him.
What norms in your life do you think Jesuss words might challenge?
For further study, see Studies in the Sermon on the Mount by Oswald Chambers at dhp.org/studies.
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06/01/2017 6:00:38 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: Kathy in Alaska; GodBlessUSA; LUV W; Arrowhead1952; E.G.C.; HiJinx; AZamericonnie; MEG33; mylife; ..
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:00:47 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
WOO-HOO, Hiya Beachie!
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:00:48 PM PDT
by
PROCON
To: The Mayor
WoW, quick like a bunnyGood evening Mayor ((HUGS))
Thanks for the GOOD WORD
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:02:09 PM PDT
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beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:02:53 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
To: PROCON
Good evening Pro ((HUGS))
Were you sleeping?
How'd the Mayor beat you to it?
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:03:16 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: left that other site
Good evening ML ((HUGS))
Warmed up yet?
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:04:05 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:05:40 PM PDT
by
mylife
(the roar of the masses could be farts)
To: mylife
Good evening My ((HUGS))
How ya doing?
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:06:59 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
Fine, Hope the evening finds you well.
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:17:37 PM PDT
by
mylife
(the roar of the masses could be farts)
To: mylife
I’m good.
Very tired after a day of painting.
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:21:48 PM PDT
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beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
Hi Beachie!
I'm doing well, just came off of a HOT weekend and now back to cooler temps.
Wassup your way, are you on the 2nd coat of fence paint yet?
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06/01/2017 6:23:23 PM PDT
by
PROCON
To: Kathy in Alaska; LUV W; radu; PROCON; All
Sorry Kiddies but I have to get ready for bed.
Had a busy day painting and am sore and tired.
You all enjoy the evening.
I will catch up with you in the morning.
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:23:30 PM PDT
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beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:24:01 PM PDT
by
mylife
(the roar of the masses could be farts)
To: PROCON
did you see my FReepmail?
We had a hot day here. Got near 90. Which was nice after weeks of rain or cool temps. Grass needs cutting now. Fun never ends.
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:26:19 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: mylife
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:26:57 PM PDT
by
beachn4fun
(When a crowd adopts a point of view en masse, all critical thinking stops...William Powers)
To: beachn4fun
Well there’s a losing proposal!
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:31:48 PM PDT
by
mylife
(the roar of the masses could be farts)
To: beachn4fun
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:33:16 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: beachn4fun
Good night and sleep tight. ((HUGS))
Just got out of a meeting.
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posted on
06/01/2017 6:33:39 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian..the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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