Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Magnify and Exalt

For those of you who have studied with me in the past, you know that I want to make God bigger through our study of the Word. As He becomes larger, all of life makes more sense. If we are to truly "set our minds on the things above, not on the things that are on the earth" (Colossians 3:2), then our focus needs to be on God, His character, His plan and His sovereignty. So the purpose of this blog is to magnify or enlarge the Lord through our discussion, and exalt or praise Him for what we learn. Does that make sense?

I'm sure I'll post thoughts and questions, but I want you to ask and comment as well! We've got the space, so why not use it? I'm not looking for anything overly heavy, just something to encourage our continued application of the Word, as well as share our lives with each other. I hope you will join me, and find this a safe haven and an enjoyable blog to visit.

One final quick note - I have posted a few blogs that I enjoy reading on the right of the page here. Overcomer is my friend Kathy from Washington that visited our study last winter. She loves the Word, is an avid studier, enjoys prophecy and writes a solid, tangible blog. The Orange Mailman is another blog that I enjoy - he is also a prophecy buff but like Kathy, delves into many matters of scripture. I think you will find both of them thought provoking and encouraging, so hit the link and enjoy!

Blessings to you and stay in the Word!

Kristen

6 comments:

  1. It looks awesome!! You've even got a poll...and a very nice picture! Are you thinking we'll use this in place of the weekly email touch we talked about?
    B

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  2. I couldn't agree with you more my friend...the larger our view of God, the more life makes sense. No doubt this will be a place to come for comfort, truth, community, and the opportunity to expand our view of God and exalt His name together!

    Kathy

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  3. Hi, B,
    I think we can post information, news, whatever here...I don't think we'll want to post prayer requests though - that we might have to send out through emails...what do you think?

    And Kathy! Isn't this going to be fun! The whole magnify/exalt verse comes from my devotional for your church!

    Kristen

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  4. Can't wait to hear it! I'm sure it is going to be great and a blessing to our gals. By the way, your blog is a comfortable place to be with all the cool shades of green. I'm thinking I should do some redecorating with mine...

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  5. I am so looking forward to this study,and what he will do in my life through it. What really hit me today was the reminder of the fact that even before time God's redemption through his son was the plan. It was not a reaction to an event unknown to God but the plan before the creation of man who would need to be saved. And yet he created us. God will always continue to amaze me and make me want to fall on my face at his feet in total awe. Can't wait until next week!

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  6. It was so refreshing to be "back" today. I just love studying the word with women that I know love God and desire to know more about Him and who He is.

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