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Merchants on the Mighty Waters

Posted on June 16, 2015 by wamplerp

Some went out on the sea in ships; they were merchants on the mighty waters. They saw the works of the Lord , his wonderful deeds in the deep. For he spoke and stirred up a tempest that lifted high … Continue reading →

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Meribah Remembered

Posted on June 14, 2015 by wamplerp

They yoke themselves to the Baal of Peor and ate sacrifices offered to lifeless gods; they aroused the Lord ’s anger by their wicked deeds, and a plague broke out among them. But Phinehas stood up and intervened, and the … Continue reading →

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Red Sea Rebuke Revisited

Posted on June 13, 2015 by wamplerp

We have sinned, even as our ancestors did; we have done wrong and acted wickedly. When our ancestors were in Egypt, they gave no thought to your miracles; they did not remember your many kindnesses, and they rebelled by the … Continue reading →

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Eddying Out – Transatlantic Translocation

Posted on June 11, 2015 by wamplerp

I am headed to Ghana west Africa today to serve as the director of a study abroad program for the university where I teach, Grand Valley State University.  I will be learning alongside 15 eager young students as we explore … Continue reading →

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Like a River in the Desert

Posted on June 10, 2015 by wamplerp

He turned their waters into blood, causing their fish to die. Their land teemed with frogs, which went up into the bedrooms of their rulers. He spoke, and there came swarms of flies, and gnats throughout their country. He turned … Continue reading →

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Food at the Proper Time

Posted on June 9, 2015 by wamplerp

How many are your works, Lord ! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number— living things both large and small. There the … Continue reading →

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A Bird Alone on a Roof

Posted on June 6, 2015 by wamplerp

Hear my prayer, Lord ; let my cry for help come to you. Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. Turn your ear to me; when I call, answer me quickly. For my days vanish … Continue reading →

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Let the Rivers Clap their Hands

Posted on June 4, 2015 by wamplerp

Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things; his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him. The Lord has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations. He … Continue reading →

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Distant Shores

Posted on June 3, 2015 by wamplerp

The Lord reigns, let the earth be glad; let the distant shores rejoice. Clouds and thick darkness surround him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne. Fire goes before him and consumes his foes on every side. His … Continue reading →

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Resounding Seas and Singing Forests

Posted on June 2, 2015 by wamplerp

Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord , all the earth. Sing to the Lord , praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all … Continue reading →

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