Taking Thoughts Captive
what is an Ebenezer anyway?
reflections on "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing"
Yesterday during divine service we sang the familiar hymn "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing." After worship, several folks came and asked me about the line that says, "Here I raise mine Ebenezer hither by Thy help I'm come." In essence asking, "What on earth is an Ebenezer anyway?"
Gold . . .
on reading God's word
devotional reading vs. Bible study
As mentioned on Sunday, our reading through the Daily Devotional Guide right now pulls together three of the most important books in the Bible: Deuteronomy, Matthew, and Hebrews. These books explain beautifully the redemptive work of God from beginning to end and make beautifully clear connections of old covenant promises to Israel to new . . .
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