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Scripture for Monday after the Third Sunday in Lent 2013

14 After He called the crowd to Him again, He began saying to them, “Listen to Me, all of you, and understand: 15 there is nothing outside the man which can defile him if it goes into him; but the things which proceed out of the man are what defile the man. 16 [If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.”] 17 When he had left the crowd and entered the house, His disciples questioned Him about the parable. 18 And He said to them, “Are you so lacking in understanding also? Do you not understand that whatever goes into the man from outside cannot defile him, 19 because it does not go into his heart, but into his stomach, and is eliminated?” (Thus He declared all foods clean.) 20 And He was saying, “That which proceeds out of the man, that is what defiles the man. 21 For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed the evil thoughts, fornications, thefts, murders, adulteries, 22 deeds of coveting and wickedness, as well as deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride and foolishness. 23 All these evil things proceed from within and defile the man.” ~ Mark 7:14-23 (NASB)

Lord, it’s easy to look outside myself and see all kinds of evil in the world and think that I am better than some people because I don’t do the things they do. Yet Jesus told us that it is my own heart defiles me because of the evil thoughts and things in me. Cleanse my heart and thoughts by the Blood of the Lamb and wash away my evil thoughts and desires. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.

Scripture for Monday after the Third Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on March 4, 2013 at 12:52 am.
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Scripture for the Third Sunday in Lent 2013

47 When it was evening, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and He was alone on the land. 48 Seeing them straining at the oars, for the wind was against them, at about the fourth watch of the night He came to them, walking on the sea; and He intended to pass by them. 49 But when they saw Him walking on the sea, they supposed that it was a ghost, and cried out; 50 for they all saw Him and were terrified. But immediately He spoke with them and said to them, “Take courage; it is I, do not be afraid.” 51 Then He got into the boat with them, and the wind stopped; and they were utterly astonished, 52 for they had not gained any insight from the incident of the loaves, but their heart was hardened.

Father, Jesus’ disciples saw Him feed thousands with only a few loaves of bread, Yet they still didn’t understand who He was. They were afraid when they saw Him walking on the water, and they were amazed when He calmed the storm. It’s easy for me to overlook Your miracles and not see Your Hand in the wonderful things that happen in my life, yet I know everything comes from You. Help me to recognize Your Hand in producing the miracles I see and to notice the miracles and be thankful for them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Scripture for the Third Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on March 3, 2013 at 12:50 am.
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Free Books for Read an E-Book Week 2013

[image error]March 3-9 is Read an E-Book Week (REBW), an annual event to promote e-books. Publishers, retailers, and authors offer free or deeply discounted books. You can find Deals and Steals on the website for Read an E-Book Week. There is also a lot of information about ebooks and e-publishing. Whether you’re a first time ebook reader wanting to see what the excitement is all about or an avid ebook reader who wants to load up on free ebooks, you can satisfy your desire for good reading for free during Read an E-Book Week.

My contribution to REBW is to offer a free download of Jack Stories: Favorite Memories of Jack Jordan Ammann Jr. This compilation of anecdotes about my late husband Jack is funny, inspirational, and encouraging. If you have been a reader here for a while, you’ve read some Jack stories on special occasions through the years. If you enjoyed those blog posts, you’ll love Jack Stories. People who knew and loved Jack shared so many great stories that even if you never met him, I think you will enjoy reading about a man frequently described as “a colorful character” or “an unforgettable character.”

My romance novelette Trapped by Love is always free on Smashwords. That story has been downloaded more than 10,000 times, has been saved by nearly 150 people in their Smashwords libraries, and has a number of 5-star reviews.

My clients Margaret Blincoe and David Bowles are each offering a free book as well.

The only thing better than a great book is a great book that is free! You’ll find many free great books this week.

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Download your free copy of Jack Stories: Favorite Memories of Jack Jordan Ammann Jr. The zipped file (752K) contains the book in three different formats:

.mobi for Kindle ereaders and Kindle apps on tablets and smartphones
.epub for Apple iPad/iBooks, Nook, Sony Reader, Kobo, and most e-reading apps including Stanza, Aldiko, Adobe Digital Editions, and more
PDF for almost all platforms using the free Adobe Reader software.

 

Free Books for Read an E-Book Week 2013 was first posted on March 3, 2013 at 12:06 am.
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Scripture for Saturday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013

35 When it was already quite late, His disciples came to Him and said, “This place is desolate and it is already quite late; 36 send them away so that they may go into the surrounding countryside and villages and buy themselves something to eat.” 37 But He answered them, “You give them something to eat!” And they said to Him, “Shall we go and spend two hundred denarii on bread and give them something to eat?” 38 And He said to them, “How many loaves do you have? Go look!” And when they found out, they said, “Five, and two fish.” 39 And He commanded them all to sit down by groups on the green grass. 40 They sat down in groups of hundreds and of fifties. 41 And He took the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up toward heaven, He blessed the food and broke the loaves and He kept giving them to the disciples to set before them; and He divided up the two fish among them all. 42 They all ate and were satisfied, 43 and they picked up twelve full baskets of the broken pieces, and also of the fish. 44 There were five thousand men who ate the loaves. ~ Mark 6:35-44 (NASB)

Heavenly Father, like the disciples, I look at the needs around me and exclaim that I don’t have enough money or enough talent or enough of something. Yet You show us by this miracle that in Your Kingdom there is always enough—enough for me, enough for everyone. Thank You for providing enough for all; help me to distribute Your abundance as the disciples distributed the loaves and fishes. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior, whose miracle demonstrates that there is always enough. Amen.

Scripture for Saturday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on March 2, 2013 at 12:49 am.
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Scripture for Friday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013

9 Herodias had a grudge against him and wanted to put him to death and could not do so; 20 for Herod was afraid of John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he kept him safe. And when he heard him, he was very perplexed; but he used to enjoy listening to him. 21 A strategic day came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his lords and military commanders and the leading men of Galilee; 22 and when the daughter of Herodias herself came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his dinner guests; and the king said to the girl, “Ask me for whatever you want and I will give it to you.” 23 And he swore to her, “Whatever you ask of me, I will give it to you; up to half of my kingdom.” 24 And she went out and said to her mother, “What shall I ask for?” And she said, “The head of John the Baptist.” 25 Immediately she came in a hurry to the king and asked, saying, “I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter.” 26 And although the king was very sorry, yet because of his oaths and because of his dinner guests, he was unwilling to refuse her. 27 Immediately the king sent an executioner and commanded him to bring back his head. And he went and had him beheaded in the prison, 28 and brought his head on a platter, and gave it to the girl; and the girl gave it to her mother. ~ Mark 6:19-28 (NASB)

Heavenly Father, Herod knew that John was a righteous man and didn’t plan to put him to death. However, when he foolishly promised Herodias’ daughter anything she wanted as a reward for her dancing, he wasn’t strong enough to admit his error and let John live. He killed another human being just to avoid being embarrassed or humiliated. That seems incredible, but I have said or done things I shouldn’t for the same reason. Even though I’ve never killed anyone, in Your holy eyes, sin is sin—a lie is as evil as murder. Empower me by the Holy Spirit to put righteousness before self and honor You with my life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Scripture for Friday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on March 1, 2013 at 12:48 am.
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Scripture for Thursday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013

1 Jesus went out from there and came into His hometown; and His disciples followed Him. 2 When the Sabbath came, He began to teach in the synagogue; and the many listeners were astonished, saying, “Where did this man get these things, and what is this wisdom given to Him, and such miracles as these performed by His hands? 3 Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, and brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon? Are not His sisters here with us?” And they took offense at Him. 4 Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his hometown and among his own relatives and in his own household.” 5 And He could do no miracle there except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. 6 And He wondered at their unbelief. ~ Mark 6:1-6 (NASB)

Lord, I see Jesus from the distance of 2000 years, but to His family and neighbors He was a young carpenter who had grown up in an ordinary household in their community. They couldn’t see His divinity because they knew His humanity too well. Jesus is not walking among us today, though He is coming soon. But like Jesus’ friends and family, I sometimes judge other people by past experience with them. Empower me by the Holy Spirit to see people through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. Amen. 

Scripture for Thursday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on February 28, 2013 at 12:46 am.
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Next week is Read an E-Book Week

[image error]Read an E-Book Week (REBW) is an annual event to encourage readers who haven’t read e-books before to give them a try. It’s also a great time for regular ebook readers to stock up on free or deeply discounted books. The Deals and Steals page links to retailers, publishers, and authors offering freebie or discounts for Read an E-Book Week.

Everyone can learn more about electronic publishing and find out the latest news on the REBW website.

Come back here next week to download a free copy of Jack Stories: Favorite Memories of Jack Jordan Ammann Jr. This compilation of anecdotes about my late husband Jack is funny, inspirational, and encouraging. If you have been a reader here for a while, you’ve read some Jack stories on special occasions through the years. If you enjoyed those blog posts, you’ll love Jack Stories. People who knew and loved Jack shared so many great stories that even if you never met him, I think you will enjoy reading about a man frequently described as “a colorful character” or “an unforgettable character.”

Next week is Read an E-Book Week was first posted on February 28, 2013 at 12:20 am.
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Scripture for Wednesday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013

35 While He was still speaking, they came from the house of the synagogue official, saying, “Your daughter has died; why trouble the Teacher anymore?” 36 But Jesus, overhearing what was being spoken, said to the synagogue official, “Do not be afraid any longer, only believe.” 37 And He allowed no one to accompany Him, except Peter and James and John the brother of James. 38 They came to the house of the synagogue official; and He saw a commotion, and people loudly weeping and wailing. 39 And entering in, He said to them, “Why make a commotion and weep? The child has not died, but is asleep.” 40 They began laughing at Him. But putting them all out, He took along the child’s father and mother and His own companions, and entered the room where the child was. 41 Taking the child by the hand, He said to her, “Talitha kum!” (which translated means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!”). 42 Immediately the girl got up and began to walk, for she was twelve years old. And immediately they were completely astounded. 43 And He gave them strict orders that no one should know about this, and He said that something should be given her to eat. ~ Mark 5:35-42 (NASB)

Lord, I believe in Your miracles, yet if I had seen the young girl lying dead, would I have thought all hope was lost? Would I have doubted in your miraculous powers? Lord, I believe; help my unbelief. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Scripture for Wednesday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on February 27, 2013 at 12:44 am.
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Scripture for Tuesday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013

36 Leaving the crowd, they took Him along with them in the boat, just as He was; and other boats were with Him. 37 And there arose a fierce gale of wind, and the waves were breaking over the boat so much that the boat was already filling up. 38 Jesus Himself was in the stern, asleep on the cushion; and they woke Him and said to Him, “Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?” 39 And He got up and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Hush, be still.” And the wind died down and it became perfectly calm. 40 And He said to them, “Why are you afraid? Do you still have no faith?” 41 They became very much afraid and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?” ~ Mark 4:36-41(NASB)

Lord, Your disciples had been with Jesus long enough they shouldn’t have been surprised that He was in control of the storm. You are in control of everything, yet so often I fail to remember Your power. I may think a problem is too hard for You, when in truth, nothing is beyond Your power. The only question when we ask You for help is whether what we ask is in accordance with will. Cleanse my heart and make Your will my will. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, ever one God, world without end. Amen.

Scripture for Tuesday after the Second Sunday in Lent 2013 was first posted on February 26, 2013 at 12:43 am.
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I’m taking some time off to visit family. My assistant will be moderating comments but it may take a little longer than usual, so please be patient. I’ll see you online soon.

Be Back Soon was first posted on February 25, 2013 at 11:31 pm.
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