James Gitre

Creation, Creature, Confession

Written by James Gitre Thursday, 08 December 2011 22:17

David rises early to be with his God. As he walks the palace grounds, he is delighted by the sound of the birds, who are already singing praises to their creator. The trees register their approval, leaves rustling applause in the gentle breeze. Meanwhile the stars above begin to surrender their majestic posts to the morning sun. David pauses. Enthralled by the majesty of his surroundings, he breaks into...

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As They Went

Written by James Gitre Sunday, 22 May 2011 22:12

Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance and called out in a loud … Continue reading

The Sabbath Controversies: Understanding the legalist

Written by James Gitre Sunday, 22 May 2011 22:12

One Sabbath Jesus was going through the grainfields, and his disciples began to pick some heads of grain, rub them in their hands and eat the kernels. Some of the Pharisees asked, “Why are you doing what is unlawful on … Continue reading
 

Worldly Rich, Heavenly Poor

Written by James Gitre Sunday, 22 May 2011 22:12

A certain ruler asked him, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good — except God alone. You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do … Continue reading

God’s Plans Include Our Failures

Written by James Gitre Sunday, 22 May 2011 22:12

One of the lies that I tend to believe is that God doesn’t want to use me. It’s not that I believe He can’t, but I am not always convinced that He will. Sometimes I think my shortcomings –my cowardice, … Continue reading
 

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    O Christ, my life, possess me utterly.
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