What this blog is about and what I hope it does...

I hope this will be a simple fun tool for us to grow in our understanding and surrender to God through the Bible as we connect over the web. Reading the Bible is both simple and difficult. What could be easier than opening a book and reading? Yet we've all done that and wondered what sections of the Bible mean? What's with the book of Leviticus? What is Revelation really about? Is the Song of Songs about marital love or is it supposed to be more 'spiritual' than that?

So, my intent is for this blog to be a tool that helps us in our faith. A forum for better understanding. An honest place of sharing that nurtures us as we follow Jesus together.

(There are a few resources I have included under "PAGES" that may be a helpful start, especially to those newer to reading the Bible. It's located just below this and to the right. Also included is a READING OUTLINE. If you miss a day, go on to the next rather than trying to catch up.)

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9.16.2010

GENESIS 49

For NIV reading click here http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis+49&version=NIV

Jacob, knowing his death is near, gathers his sons to pronounce blessing on them. This is more than a bit of encouragement or wisdom. The tradition and practice was that these words are not just spoken, but are 'performative' as scholars say. That is, they reflect a deep current truth about the recipient, as well as accomplishing or making real what is said. So, it is especially interesting to read what Jacob says about them.

For parents (or grandparents) out there, I wonder what kind of blessing we would pronounce over our kids/grandkids. What would it look like if you wrote a heartflet, gut-level letter to each of your kids and at the least set it aside in a safe place for them - great gift that truly can bless them. I'm in the process now...would be interested in your thoughts, reflections.

Matt
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