No Time prelude

 No Time prelude by ric gustafson

Bryson Mitchell pulled the Ford Fusion into the empty stall. He was in a hurry. Tomorrow was Thanksgiving and he needed to buy a few groceries. He wanted to bring something for the turkey dinner his family had every year. He glanced at his watch. 

" Oh no!". The time had not changed. " Now what!". The watch was special to him. He shook the watch.

" This was a birthday present".

He pondered what to do. He could get his groceries and worry about the watch later. Or, he smiled. He took out his cell phone. On Chrome, he looked up local watch repair shops.

He smiled again. There was one open not far from where he was.

He sneered at the non working watch.

" Stupid watch".

He backed out of the stall. He turned onto Advocate Road.

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through the eyes of a child page 29

 through the eyes of a child page 29 by ric gustafson

" He does". Kelly took her blindfold off. " John 3:16 says so".

He snarled. " What does that say?".

" For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son".

" Who's that Jesus?".

" That whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life".

Maurice began to cry. " I want to be saved".

" I know". Kelly hugged him. " Just simply ask and believe".

Charles came out from behind the tree.

" I'm sorry Charles". He walked over to him. " Please forgive me".

" God already has". He smiled. " So have I".

Detective Springer walked up with handcuffs. He handcuffed Maurice and took him away.

Kelly hugged her father. " I knew you would save me".

" How did you know that?".

" I remembered what you promised me at the county fair".

The End

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through the eyes of a child page 28

 through the eyes of a child page 28 by ric gustafson

As he held Kelly's hand, he slowly led her through the clearing. All of a sudden, he heard a cell phone go off from behind a tree. " Get down". He pulled her down behind a bush. " Don't make a sound".

Charles could see how close they were.

" Kelly, are you ok?".

She heard the soothing voice of her father. " Daddy".

" I told you to be quiet". He glared at her. " I should of killed you a long time ago".

Kelly smiled. " Maurice, God loves you".

" Maurice, let my daughter go".

Maurice now stared at Kelly. " What do you mean God loves me?".

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through the eyes of a child page 27

 through the eyes of a child page 27 by ric gustafson

Maurice held the hand of a blindfolded Kelly. They were walking toward a nearby barn. Just then, Maurice noticed a small flicker of light coming from one of the barn's windows. Fear crept into his mind.

Kelly stubbed her toe on a fallen limb. She winced. " Where are we going?".

Maurice looked around. He noticed a huge clearing behind the barn. " My other van is not far away".

" Please don't kill me".

" If that was the case". He held her hand tighter. " I would of done it already".

As they walked into the clearing, he noticed Kelly mumbling to herself. " What are you doing?".

" Praying". She grinned. " For you".

Just then, Maurice's heart began to melt ever so slightly.

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through the eyes of a child page 26

 through the eyes of a child page 26 by ric gustafson

From behind a tree, Maurice watched as Charles splintered the front door of the cabin with an axe. He walked in slowly with Katie behind him. He heard nothing as they quietly walked toward the untidy kitchen. He turned on the kitchen light switch. It was messy. There were bowls in the kitchen sink that looked like they had beef stew in them. Then Charles heard a scream.

" Charles, come in here".

He walked into a small bedroom. Katie was crying. On the small unmade bed were four heavy ropes.

" Who could of done this?". She sobbed. " She must of been tied up the whole time".

Maurice could see the bedroom light on from behind the tree.

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through the eyes of a child page 25

 through the eyes of a child page 25 by ric gustafson

Charles stopped the SUV at a log cabin that had ' Office' on the front sign. " I'll go in and talk to them". He got out and walked up a gravel sidewalk. He opened a squeaky wooden door. He walked inside. At a wooden counter was a young man.

He looked up. " May I help you?". His name tag said ' Mike'.

" You sure can Mike". Charles smiled. " I can't remember which cabin my friend rented".

He pulled out from underneath the counter a burgundy register. " What's your friend's name?".

" Maurice Buckley".

Mike studied the register. " I don't see a Maurice Buckley registered here".

A young man walked in and emptied the trash.

Charles gave him a sad stare. " Are you sure?".

The young man put a liner in the trash can. " Who are you looking for?".

Charles smiled. " A Maurice Buckley".

The young man grinned. " I know him".

Mike gave him a puzzled expression. " You do?".

" On your day off". He smiled. " He came in and rented Cabin 4".

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through the eyes of a child page 24

 through the eyes of a child page 24 by ric gustafson

Maurice angrily tossed his cell phone into the wicker chair. " He knows it's me".

" Of course he knows". Kelly grinned at her kidnapper. " He's a smart man".

He picked up his rifle. " I would disagree with that statement".

" He could help you".

" I don't need help from him". He pointed the rifle at Kelly. " Or from you either".

" I'm sure he would help you".

" Don't push me". He gave her a sneer. " Or you'll be sorry".

Kelly could tell he was serious. " Sorry".

He lowered the rifle. " We'll have beef stew again for supper".

She grinned. " Again".

" After we eat, we're going to be moving out".

She gave him a surprised look. " Where to?".

" Someplace close".

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God's Glory: the goodness of God

 God's Glory: the goodness of God by ric gustafson

God is good, gracious, caring and kind. God's heart is a fountain of goodness. God is good. This is stressed through scripture. The goodness of God is at the center of his glory. God is generous. He is generous providing for his people. God is gracious even to people who don't follow him. God is patient. He is slow to anger. God gives us personal guidance. God is always working for his children.

Praise God's name.

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Proverbs: Proverb 1

 Proverbs: Proverb 1 by ric gustafson

Why study the book of Proverbs?. It is to help us know wisdom and instruction. It is to discern the sayings of understanding. It is to help us with wise behavior, justice and equity. It is to give prudence to the naive. It is to cultivate keenness of mind. Proverbs 1 talks about wisdom. Wisdom is available. Wisdom can be ignored. It is not good to avoid wisdom. Solomon pleads with his son to heed the warning voice of wisdom. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 38-42

 Job: Job 38-42 by ric gustafson

Job is a real believer. He fears God and turns away from evil. He asks why are all these things happening to him. Job wants to speak to God. The Lord replied to Job. He says are you God. He says look at everything around you. In Job 40, he is awed by the presence of the Creator. Job asks why do I suffer?. He says that he does not deserve it. Then Job admits that the Lord is God. Job realizes that this is a world full of sin. He realizes that he has to live in a world of suffering and death. This is a world of sorrow and pain. 

Job is told that the Lord is more powerful than Satan. Job 42 is the end of the story. Job's patience and perseverance is rewarded. 

Job learns of the Lord's compassion and mercy. There is blessing in the end.

The End

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Job: Job 32-37

 Job: Job 32-37 by ric gustafson

A man named Elihu answers Job for God. Elihu is of God. Elihu states that God does speak. Elihu says God speaks to us through pain. Job 36 talks about God as the Creator. God speaks through our storms. In Job 37 God uses storms to show how awesome he is. God is great in power and will not violate justice. We are to fear God. These chapters are Elihu's speeches.

Next are God's speeches. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 29-31

 Job: Job 29-31 by ric gustafson

In Job 29-31, Job remembers his life before tragic events happened. He laments in Job 30. In Job 31, he appeals for justice. Job thinks about the good ole days in Job 29. He thinks about his relationship with God. He misses an intimate walk with God. 

Job 30 is Job's final lament to God. He feels hopeless and desperate. Job seeks justification. Job feels like he is alone, despised and rejected. He feels that God does not treat him as righteous.

And now we come to Job 31. Job makes his final appeal. He worries about sins that he may not have repented. Job has run out of patience. And now he makes his case. He wants God to answer him. He is a suffering believer. He needs to know how he stands with God.

He will find out his answer.

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God's Glory: the truthfulness of God

 God's Glory: the truthfulness of God by ric gustafson

God is truth. There is no greater truth than what God speaks about himself. Truth means reality. What God says is reality is truth. God is truth. All truth comes from God. God is the Author of all truth. Jesus says I am the truth. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of truth. God is a perfect God. What God says will come to pass. God will keep all of his promises. God is clear in what he speaks. God is consistent. God's truth will set us free. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 28

 Job: Job 28 by ric gustafson

Job 19 to 28, Job is feeling pain and debating with his friends. In Job 28, he takes a tranquil contemplative pause for thought. Job is searching for wisdom. Job asks why?. He cannot find this out. Wisdom is priceless and yet unobtainable at the same time. So far in the story of Job there has been terrible human tension. Now Job wants to know why?. 

In Job 28:28, God speaks since the start of the book. He directs us away from agonized questions and to himself. God knows the answers but has not revealed them. It is easy to ask questions and ask why me?. God wants us to humbly worship him and turn from evil. God wants us to be his followers.

God loves us more than anything else. Praise God's name.

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102 minutes page 4

 102 minutes page 4 by ric gustafson

Chief Joseph Pfeifer walked through the lobby of the North Tower. He noticed cracked marble and shattered windows. Exploding jet fuel caused an explosion in the lobby. Pfeifer was the first fire commander to arrive. He watched outside as the plane flew into the upper floors of the Tower. Right away, Pfeifer called in a first and second alarm. Nineteen fire trucks began to arrive. Overall, more than 1000 firefighters reported for duty. Included in that group were Pfeifer's two brothers. It was decided to not try to extinguish the fire but help people to evacuate. The fire would burn itself out.

The next task was getting the firefighters upstairs. But how?. All of the elevators were out of service. Some of the elevators were stuck between floors with people trapped inside.

Pfeifer and others knew that they would have to walk. Firefighters clothing weighed 29 pounds. A mask and oxygen tank added another 27 pounds. Firefighters also carried fifty feet of hose called rollups. That weighed 30 pounds. One firefighter also carried a 150 foot rope weighing 22 pounds. They carried all this into the stairways crowded with fleeing people. It was a chaotic scene.

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through the eyes of a child page 23

 through the eyes of a child page 23 by ric gustafson

Maurice put down the rifle. He watched as Kelly was reading her bible. " I am a little intrigued about this God you read about".

" He's very real and I follow him". She smiled as she put down the bible. " Would you like to know more about him?".

" Not right now". He dialed a number on his cell phone. He hit the speaker button.

" Hello".

" Charles Brown".

" Yes, this is Charles Brown".

Maurice stared at Kelly. " Do you have my money?".

" I do". His voice hesitated. " I just need to know how to get it to you".

" My next call will give you the details". He laughed. " Charles, don't let me down".

Charles smiled at Katie. " I won't Maurice".

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God's Glory: the wisdom of God

 God's Glory: the wisdom of God by ric gustafson

The wisdom of God is necessary for him to accomplish all things for his glory. Because of God's wisdom, the best decisions are made for us. God is all wise. God is discerning. With his wisdom, God rightly assesses people and situations. God is strategic. God will make the right choice for us. God is skillful. God will make the right choice in every situation. God is astute. God is mysterious. He does not make known everything. God is unfathomable. God's wisdom exceeds human comprehension. God is all wise. That is comforting to know. God loves us more than anything else. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 19

 Job: Job 19 by ric gustafson

Job wonders is God for me or against me?. Job 19 focuses on this question. Job wonders why God is so hostile toward him. Job wonders why his friends do not support him. Job believes God has isolated him.

The truth is Job still loves God. Job knows he will see his Redeemer after he dies. Job knows that he belongs to him. Who is the Redeemer?. It is the living God. 

When tragedy strikes in our lives, we will ask why me?. It is natural to ask is God for me or against me?.

God loves us more than anything else. We can bring our pain to him. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 4-27 part 2

 Job: Job 4-27 part 2 by ric gustafson

The focus now shifts from Job's three friends to his laments. In Job 6, he laments what has happened to him. He feels that he does not deserve it. In Job 9, he is past caring for himself. Job accuses God of being unfair. He wants to bring his case to God. The chief justice is God. 

Job wants to be in the presence of God. This longing is in Job 14. In Job 23, he does not want to be cast away. Job and God have a troubled relationship. God and Job loved each other very much. This is true worship revealed by suffering. Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 4-27

 Job: Job 4-27 by ric gustafson

Job's three friends are not impressed with him. In Job 8, his friend Bildad is not happy with him. In Job 15, his friend Eliphaz is not happy with him. In Job 11, his friend Zophar is not happy with him. Job is not happy with his friends either. God is not impressed with Job's friends. Job gets very angry at his friends. The truth is God is in control and is fair and just. His friends appeal to Job to repent. 

Job's friends live in the present. Job's friends miss the heart of the universe.

Praise God's name.

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Job: Job 2 and 3

 Job: Job 2 and 3 by ric gustafson

In Job 2. Job is a blameless believer who suffers horrible loss. His health is destroyed, his children are killed and his possessions ruined. Job suffers physical, mental, social and spiritual loss. And yet through all this, Job shows faith.

Job is terribly alone. Job is alone in his grief. His wife appears for an argument. Three friends come to see Job. The friends are silent, they have nothing to say. Job is suffering. Job can only look back. 

In Job 3, he curses the night of his conception. Job is obsessed with death. Even in his darkness, Job cannot avoid God. Job knows he has to deal with God. In Job 3, God is always with Job. At the end of Job 3, Job still feels terribly alone. 

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Job: Job 1 and 2

 Job: Job 1 and 2 by ric gustafson

There was a man who was healthy, wealthy and wise. We do not know where Job lived. Job was a real believer. Job was a true worshiper and blameless. Job was blessed by God.

One day, Satan comes to the Lord's Council Chamber. He is to give a report. He is asked what he has found. The Lord said have you considered my servant Job?". Satan is not impressed. He said take everything away he will curse you. Satan was told he could take away what he has but not touch him himself. 

In Job 1:13-22, everything is taken away from Job. His servants are killed. His sheep and shepherds are killed. His children die in a freak storm. In Job 2, Satan goes back to the Lord's Council Chamber. He is given permission to give Job physical suffering. Even his wife tells him to curse God and die. Even with all this agony, Job still praises God. His faith in God holds up. Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 150

 Psalms: Psalm 150 by ric gustafson

This is a psalm of praise. Where do we praise? in God's sanctuary. Why do we praise? because of what God does. Because of who God is. How should we praise? loudly and boldly. Who should praise? everyone who has been given the breath of life. Praise God's name.

The End

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Psalms: Psalm 145

 Psalms: Psalm 145 by ric gustafson

In this world there is status. There is preferential treatment for the famous, the wealthy and the influential. But with the Christian, it is different. With the child of God, it is different. The Christian can come confidently to the throne of grace. We can come in prayer knowing that God is listening to us. Psalm 145:18 says the Lord is near to all who call on him to all who call on him in truth.

Praise God's name.

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102 minutes page 3

 102 minutes page 3 by ric gustafson

On the 91st floor of the North Tower, Mike McQuaid led his electrical crew toward the stairway. Only one of the three stairwells was still useable. On the 91st floor, the American Bureau of Shipping was the only commercial tenant. The majority of the employees had already gone down the stairwell. McQuaid was concerned. He noticed that above them, the 92nd floor was blocked and no one from the floor would be able to use the open staircase.

In the lobby of the North Tower, Lloyd Thompson was answering calls from the building's intercom system. He was the deputy fire safety director for the North Tower. He ordered an immediate evacuation of the Tower. It was to no avail. The Tower's public address system had already gone down. 

As thousands fled the Towers, people in trucks, cars and buses were arriving to help.

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Psalms: Psalm 144

 Psalms: Psalm 144 by ric gustafson

In this sinful world, it is easy to be afraid and not at peace. There are three keys to real peace. The first is fret not because God loves us. The second is faint not because God holds you. The third is fear not because God keeps you. God will always hold our hand. We can be at peace and unafraid.

God loves us more than anything else.

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God's Glory: all powerful

 God's Glory: all powerful by ric gustafson

God possesses all power. All power in the universe belongs to God. God is all powerful. God has unlimited power. There is no power other than God's power. God is all creating. God made the universe with no difficulty. God is all sustaining. God commands everything. God is all controlling. God directs human history. God is all victorious. God is all saving. God overcomes everything. 

Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 143

 Psalms: Psalm 143 by ric gustafson

God has planted three main functions in us. Our will has little or no powers over our feelings. Our feelings respond to our thoughts. In Psalm 143, David is feeling distressed according to verse 4. He thought about the Lord in verse 5. He thought about the Lord's protection in verse 9. David's feelings began to follow his thoughts. We need to thank God for our blessings.

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through the eyes of a child page 22

 through the eyes of a child page 22 by ric gustafson

Detective Springer yawned as he walked over to the coffee pot. He poured himself a cup and sat down. In front of him was a huge stack of case files. The Brown case was on top. He opened up the file and began to study it. His cell phone buzzed. " Detective Springer". His voice paused. "Hello Mr Brown".

" I know who kidnapped my daughter".

" And who is that?".

" My old business partner". His voice hesitated. " Maurice Buckley".

The Detective opened the file. " I don't remember that name".

" He has also asked for a ransom".

" Is it a large amount?".

" Yes".

" Miller and I will meet you there".

" Ok".

" Where is this going to take place?".

" Big Springs Cabins".

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Psalms: Psalm 142

 Psalms: Psalm 142 by ric gustafson

Are we afraid and in a cave?. Some have said that David is trying to stay away from King Saul in this psalm. David is frightened according to verse 2. David feels alone  and uncared for. He cries out to God according to verse 1, 4 and 5. David pleads for rescue according to verse 6. According to verse 7, David feels trapped. He begs for freedom. David asked God for mercy. He sought refuge in God. God gave David praise and faith. God loves us more than anything else.

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God's Glory: all knowing

 God's Glory: all knowing by ric gustafson

The simple truth is that God knows everything. Nothing surprises God. God is all knowing. Nothing escapes God's knowledge. God knows all things. God is self knowing. Each person of the Trinity knows deeply the other. God knows everything that will come to pass. God knows everything from the very beginning. God sees everything. God perceives everything. God remembers everything. 

Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 141

 Psalms: Psalm 141 by ric gustafson

It is easy to turn our eyes from Jesus. We feel pain and sorrow from the sinful things of this life. Jesus tells us to fix our eyes on him. Psalm 141:8 says but my eyes are fixed on you O Sovereign Lord in you I take refuge. Satan tries to snare us and set traps for us. Psalm 141: 9 says keep me from the snares they have laid for me from the traps set by evildoers. We need to set our eyes on Jesus our Lord.

Praise God's name.

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through the eyes of a child page 21

 through the eyes of a child page 21 by ric gustafson

Charles walked out of the gas station. He got back into the SUV. He opened up a map. After a while, he folded it. He drove onto Highway 4. He headed north.

Katie frowned. " Are we heading for the cabins on that business card?".

" Yes".

She stared at her husband. " Is our baby being held there?".

" Possibly". His SUV phone rang. " This is Charles Brown".

A muffled voice spoke. " Do you have my money yet?".

" I'm still working on it". He stared at Katie. " You're asking for a lot of money".

" You have 24 hours".

" I want to hear my daughter's voice". She looked at Charles. " Or you won't get a dime".

" Daddy".

They smiled. It was their daughter.

" Hi pumpkin".

" Remember that funnel cake we had at the fair".

" Of course".

" I still remember it".

" Me too".

" Alright that's enough chit chat". The voice got sterner. " You have 24 hours".

The phone went dead.

Charles knew what he had to do.

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God's Glory: always present

 God's Glory: always present by ric gustafson

God is present every moment with his entire being. God is omnipresence and everywhere. There is no place God is not present. Not in heaven, below it or on earth. God is exalted. God is the most high above all things. God is beyond everything. God is immediate here with us on this tiny sinful planet. God is present in us his believers. Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 139

 Psalms: Psalm 139 by ric gustafson

In this sinful life, we will have joys and sorrows. But God promises to be with us through it all. Psalm 139:1 says O Lord you have searched me and you know me. God will always be there. This assurance should give us comfort and security. God will never leave us or forsake us. God is our refuge and strength. We need to open our eyes and heart. God loves us more than anything else.

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102 minutes page 2

 102 minutes page 2 by ric gustafson

In the South Tower, Michael Sheehan heard the explosion. He tried to look out the window. On the 98th floor, Sarah Dechalus watched the fire in the North Tower. She worked for Aon an insurance company. One of her bosses Eric Eisenberg told everyone to stay calm and head for the stairs.

On the 84th floor of the South Tower, Richard Fern watched the lights flicker. He worked for Euro Brokers which was a trading operation. Patty Troxell, Karen Yagos and Ann McHugh decided to leave. Around 60 0f Euro Brokers employees stayed. Fire wardens appeared and guided people toward the stairs. Some of these wardens were Euro Brokers employees.

The deputy fire safety director on duty for the South Tower was Phil Hayes. On the 104th floor of the South Tower, 17 employees of Sandler O'Neill and Partners left for the stairs. Most of the people from the 88th floor left for the stairs.

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Psalms: Psalm 138

 Psalms: Psalm 138 by ric gustafson

It is easy to be fearful and inadequate. We worry about being alone and scared. But God tells us not to be. When we are at rock bottom, God will lift us up. Psalm 138:3 says when I called you answered me you made me bold and stouthearted. We need to cry out to God. God promises to hear us.

Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 130

 Psalms: Psalm 130 by ric gustafson

Are we forgiven?. We are sinful and God is holy. Psalm 130:3 says if you O Lord kept a record of sins O Lord who could stand?. But the God who cannot stand sins also forgives. Psalm 130:4 says but with you there is forgiveness therefore you are feared. We wait patiently for God. Psalm 130:5 says I wait for the Lord my soul waits and in his word I put my hope. God loves us more than anything else.

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God's Glory: unchanging

 God's Glory: unchanging by ric gustafson

God is unchangeable. God never changes. God is the same in character and word. God never changes his purposes or plans. God the Creator never changes. God will never come to an end. The love of God never changes. God is ever saving. God is self controlled. We should have confidence knowing that God never changes. God is forever the same. Praise God's name.

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Psalms: Psalm 126

 Psalms: Psalm 126 by ric gustafson

Is the words that we say pleasing to God or not?. Do we convey words of praise or not?. Do sinful words come out of our mouth?. Or does words of praise and thanksgiving come out of our mouth?. Psalm 126:2 says our mouths were filled with laughter our tongues with songs of joy. God will give us the right words to say. Psalm 126:3 says the Lord has done great things for us and we are filled with joy.

God loves us more than anything else.

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God's Glory: Holy

 God's Glory: Holy by ric gustafson

Seraphim who are angelic beings cry out from God's throne day and night. They cry out Holy Holy Holy. Everything about God is holy. God is absolute holiness. According to Psalm 145, God's name is holy. God is set apart. God is set apart from everyone and everything. God is majestic. God is robed in splendor and glory. God is awesome. God is flawless. God cannot be approached by sinful humanity. God is convicting. Every believer must seek holiness. Praise God's name.

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102 minutes page 1

 102 minutes page 1 by ric gustafson

At 8:46 am, Dianne DeFontes felt what she thought was a bomb going off. The impact knocked her off her chair. Also on the 89th floor, Walter Pilipiak was hurled into a wall. Also on the 89th floor, Rob Sibarium felt the explosion.

Alan Reiss, the former director of the world trade department, didn't feel a thing. He was alarmed when someone told him that people were running around the mall terrified. Reiss had survived the 1993 bomb attack in the basement of the World Trade Center.

On the 61st floor of the North Tower, Ezra Aviles saw the plane approach the Tower. It flew into the North Tower causing immediate damage to floor 93 and 98. Aviles worked for the Port Authority. He called his superiors and told them what he had just seen.

American Airlines flight 11 had just flown into the North Tower of the World Trade Center at 450 miles an hour. Energy from the explosion rocketed down the skeleton of the already wounded tower.

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