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Jon’s thoughts: Despite all of the images of drought, famine, destruction, in the end the Lord is a refuge, a stronghold for his people; Fear not. Joel A Fountain Has Come Forth Fear not.  Do not be perplexed.Be glad and rejoice.The Lord has... Read More →

Jon’s thoughts: As I worked my way through Hosea looking for a connection to the life in Christ in which we now take delight, I ran across this section about the alluring love of God in chapter 2. Hosea Into The Wilderness There is an enchanted wood,   ... Read More →

Jon’s Thoughts: How futile it is at times to try and discern what the end times will be like.  However, with all the twists and turns of history, past, present and future, I [we] can stand and rest in our allotted place. “Forever we shall dwell in the land.”... Read More →

Jon’s thoughts: For this section of Ezekiel, about the characteristics of the bad shepherd contrasted with the Good Shepherd, I wanted to highlight the transformative power the Good Shepherd brings to his flock. Ezekiel 34 You, I, They You feed... Read More →

Jon’s thoughts: How do we lament? I don’t want to suggest that everyone’s lament will be or should be the same. However, here I suggest that by acknowledging the brokenness that exists in our world we can begin the healing process and take comfort in the... Read More →