Tag Archives: Lord

Our God Has Wings: A Sermon

Posted on February 17, 2018 by Rick Wadholm

Psalm 61 For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.  Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer.  From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me … Continue reading →

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A Sermon No One Should Preach

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Rick Wadholm

I know it’s often easier to critique than to offer positive contributions, but I was just meditating again on the story of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. And I was remembering poor sermons I have heard over the … Continue reading →

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The Revelation of Yahweh in the Exodus: The Theological Center

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Rick Wadholm

I was struck by a re-reading of Exodus recently as I meditated on just what the overarching theology of Exodus might be. The Scripture that struck me most strongly was Exodus 4:22 (NET): Thus says the Lord, ‘Israel is my … Continue reading →

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The Ambiguity of Wisdom

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Rick Wadholm

The wisdom of Solomon (not meaning, the ancient book by that name) is something of an ambiguity. And perhaps that is the nature of wisdom, recognizing ambiguities and trying to steer the right course. Take another look at the all-too-familiar … Continue reading →

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Jesus Led Israel Out of Egypt?

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Rick Wadholm

In a phone conversation with a friend today, we were discussing grammatical-historical methods of interpretation and how the NT writers simply did not appear to observe this modern system for interpretation (which claims, in my opinion, an overly “scientific” approach … Continue reading →

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