Volume 2 Issue 8

Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me.
Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me.
Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me.
Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me.
--Daniel Iverson
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I had the privilege last night of attending the Commencement Exercises for Rebecca’s good friend (oh, all right! her best friend), Josh. Finding it hard to believe that a year has passed already since Rachel’s graduation, I found myself once again impressed by the extraordinary circumstances under which today’s youths must try not only to survive, but to thrive! In the addresses given by the valedictorians and salutatorians I heard words of gratitude for the present and hope for the future, and (very possibly because I wanted to) indirect testimony to the strength, comfort and courage these young persons draw from their relationship with God. Congratulations, Josh, along with all the classes of 2003!
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In today’s sermon I make reference to Michael H. Hart’s book, “The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History”. This is fascinating reading, even if you don’t always agree with the author’s analysis, and is available in paperback for $15.75 (new) from: www.amazon.com
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I’m hoping to post Martin E. Marty’s article from the March 10, 2003 issue of Newsweek, “The Sin of Pride”, to the Bulletin Board in the not-too-distant future. Even though we are now in the post-Iraqi-war era, Dr. Marty’s pre-war insight into the moral quagmire created by an imperialistic worldview is all the more prophetic. In the meantime, avail yourself of the current postings; and, as always, feel free to add your thoughts and opinions to those that are already there.
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Until next week…….Shalom!