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02/24/2024

A Profound Plan

February 24, 2024
by Pastor Chuck Swindoll
Scriptures: Job 42:1–6
“I know that you can do anything, and no one can stop you.

You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’ It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about, things far too wonderful for me.

You said, ‘Listen and I will speak! I have some questions for you, and you must answer them.’

I had only heard about you before, but now I have seen you with my own eyes.

I take back everything I said, and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.” (Job 42:2–6)
That's what makes the climax of Job's life so satisfying. This dear man, who never deserved the suffering he endured, is dealt with justly. And those who made his life so miserable weren't overlooked either. The God of justice finally steps up, bringing great rewards and restoration to the righteous, and strong discipline on the unrighteous.

Job finally realized that God's plan is profound, that His reasoning is right, and that His ways are higher than he could ever understand. With that, Job waves the white flag of surrender and says in complete sincerity, "I retract and I repent. I've said things I shouldn't have been saying, I talked about things I knew nothing about, I became self-righteous in my own defense. Lord, please know that my heart is Yours. I humble myself before You. I place myself at Your disposal. Your purpose is right; Your plan is incredible; Your reproofs are reliable; Your way is best."

That did it. When the Lord heard the deepest feelings of Job's contrite heart, when the Lord witnessed the humility of his broken spirit and the openness and teachability of Job's soul, mercy kicked in, and justice rolled down. There is even poetic justice as the Lord decides to use Job in the process of bringing the other men to justice. This is a good place to insert an insight worth remembering.

You will be amazed at how the Lord will use you in others' lives once you adjust your life to His ways. You will be many things for them: a reproof, a refuge, a point of hope, a reason to go on, a source of strength, a calming influence, and so much more. It's wonderful to realize (to your surprise) how He chooses to use you as a vehicle to help restore those who've strayed so far. This often includes those who hurt you in their straying.

I'm reminded of the distraught father in Les Misérables whose only plea comes in a powerful song about his son as he cries, "Bring him home!" Our Father, too, pleads with us to help guide His straying children back home to Him: "Bring them home!"

02/23/2024

THE EQUALIZER 3 , Denzel Washington is back with another installment of a trained killer with habitual maladies that assist him rather than hinder him. This time, the action takes place in Italy where the Equalizer is seeking refuge and a peaceful ending. A little kid almost kills him. So much for relaxing.
10/10 "go sees"
#THEEQUALIZER3 #moviereview #filmreview #actionadventure
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19ikl8vy4zs

Vengeance meets his equal.⌚️ Denzel Washington is back as Robert McCall in the final chapter of The Equalizer. #TheEqualizer3, exclusively in movie theaters ...

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02/22/2024


Prayer - February 22 , 2024
Rev. Mike Palmer, C.S.C.

Ever-loving Father, you established your Church upon the rock of Peter to be a refuge for sinners and a fortress of strength for all who call upon you. Continue to stretch forth your hand and protect all men and women who place their lives in your divine care, especially those in serious danger of physical or spiritual harm. We ask this through your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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02/24/2024

A Profound Plan

February 24, 2024
by Pastor Chuck Swindoll
Scriptures: Job 42:1–6
“I know that you can do anything, and no one can stop you.

You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’ It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about, things far too wonderful for me.

You said, ‘Listen and I will speak! I have some questions for you, and you must answer them.’

I had only heard about you before, but now I have seen you with my own eyes.

I take back everything I said, and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.” (Job 42:2–6)
That's what makes the climax of Job's life so satisfying. This dear man, who never deserved the suffering he endured, is dealt with justly. And those who made his life so miserable weren't overlooked either. The God of justice finally steps up, bringing great rewards and restoration to the righteous, and strong discipline on the unrighteous.

Job finally realized that God's plan is profound, that His reasoning is right, and that His ways are higher than he could ever understand. With that, Job waves the white flag of surrender and says in complete sincerity, "I retract and I repent. I've said things I shouldn't have been saying, I talked about things I knew nothing about, I became self-righteous in my own defense. Lord, please know that my heart is Yours. I humble myself before You. I place myself at Your disposal. Your purpose is right; Your plan is incredible; Your reproofs are reliable; Your way is best."

That did it. When the Lord heard the deepest feelings of Job's contrite heart, when the Lord witnessed the humility of his broken spirit and the openness and teachability of Job's soul, mercy kicked in, and justice rolled down. There is even poetic justice as the Lord decides to use Job in the process of bringing the other men to justice. This is a good place to insert an insight worth remembering.

You will be amazed at how the Lord will use you in others' lives once you adjust your life to His ways. You will be many things for them: a reproof, a refuge, a point of hope, a reason to go on, a source of strength, a calming influence, and so much more. It's wonderful to realize (to your surprise) how He chooses to use you as a vehicle to help restore those who've strayed so far. This often includes those who hurt you in their straying.

I'm reminded of the distraught father in Les Misérables whose only plea comes in a powerful song about his son as he cries, "Bring him home!" Our Father, too, pleads with us to help guide His straying children back home to Him: "Bring them home!"

02/23/2024

THE EQUALIZER 3 , Denzel Washington is back with another installment of a trained killer with habitual maladies that assist him rather than hinder him. This time, the action takes place in Italy where the Equalizer is seeking refuge and a peaceful ending. A little kid almost kills him. So much for relaxing.
10/10 "go sees"
#THEEQUALIZER3 #moviereview #filmreview #actionadventure
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19ikl8vy4zs

Vengeance meets his equal.⌚️ Denzel Washington is back as Robert McCall in the final chapter of The Equalizer. #TheEqualizer3, exclusively in movie theaters ...

www.youtube.com

02/22/2024


Prayer - February 22 , 2024
Rev. Mike Palmer, C.S.C.

Ever-loving Father, you established your Church upon the rock of Peter to be a refuge for sinners and a fortress of strength for all who call upon you. Continue to stretch forth your hand and protect all men and women who place their lives in your divine care, especially those in serious danger of physical or spiritual harm. We ask this through your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.

02/19/2024

Nothing Compares

February 19, 2024
by Pastor Chuck Swindoll
Scriptures: Job 38:1–41
Then the LORD answered Job from the whirlwind:

“Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorant words?

Brace yourself like a man, because I have some questions for you, and you must answer them.

Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell me, if you know so much.

Who determined its dimensions and stretched out the surveying line?" (Job 38:1–5)
God is prominent and preeminent. He is majestic in His power, magnificent in His person, and marvelous in His purposes. How refreshing to step back into the shadows of our own insignificance and give full attention to the greatness of our God! It's all about Him!

How unlike the little girl walking beside her mother in a pouring rain and loud thunderstorm. Every time the lightning flashed, her mother noticed she turned and smiled. They'd walk a little further, then lightning, and she'd turn and smile. The mother finally said, "Sweetheart, what's going on? Why do you always turn and smile after the flash of lightning?"

"Well," she said, "Since God is taking my picture, I want to be sure and smile for Him."

We take a major step toward maturity when we finally realize it's not about us and our significance. It is all about God's magnificence. His holiness. His greatness. His glory.

In whirlwind and storm is His way,
And clouds are the dust beneath His feet.

The LORD is good,
A stronghold in the day of trouble,
And He knows those who take refuge in Him. (Nahum 1:3, 7)
God is transcendent. He is magnificent. He is mighty. He alone is awesome! He is all around us, above us, and within us. Without Him there is no righteousness. Without Him there is no holiness. Without Him there is no promise of forgiveness, no source of absolute truth, no reason to endure, no hope beyond the grave. Nothing compares to Him. As in that grand hymn:

O worship the King, all glorious above,
And gratefully sing His wonderful love;
Our Shield and Defender, the Ancient of Days,
Pavilioned in splendor, and girded with praise.1
"O Worship the King," Robert Grant, 1833. Public Domain.

02/14/2024

Rafah is located in the southern strip of Gaza, straddling the Egyptian border. Since the beginning of the Israeli assault on Gaza, displaced Palastionians have been herded to this small 25sq mi piece of land with a promise of safety by Israeli forces. This has been the last refuge in Gaza and is the main humanitarian aid entry. There are approximately 1.4 million Palestinians currently in this area. President Netanyahu is preparing troops for a ground offensive in Rafah after stating the area is,"Hamas's last bastion." He has directed the military to plan for the "evacuation of the population," ahead of the assaults. At least 95 people, including 42 children, have already been killed by four Israeli assaults in the area.

In response to the announcement of the ground assault and the continuous bombardment of air strikes, international leaders have been condemning the actions of the Israeli military. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said in a statement, "We oppose and condemn acts against civilians and international law," and called on the IDF to do "everything possible" to avoid civilian casualties. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Isaeli's response to Hamas is "disproportionate." Jordan's King Abdulah said during a visit to the White House, "We cannot afford an Israeli attack on Rafah... We cannot stand by and let this continue."

Israeli military spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner said the alternative to the ground assault "is to surrender to Hamas and sacrifice 134 people... That is not an option from the Israeli perspective." According to Israel, 253 Israelis and foreigners were kidnapped by Hamas during the attack on October 7th. Out of those taken, 130 remain unaccounted for.