Tag Archives: Bible

A Good Story In The Good Book

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Coco

Over the past week or so, the Old Testament readings in the Daily Prayer podcasts have told the story of Joseph that is found in chapters 37-45 of Genesis. You may know the story as “Joseph and the coat of many … Continue reading →

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Meditating On Meditation

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Coco

A few weeks ago I signed up to receive daily “Lenten Meditations” from the Episcopal Relief & Development Fund. “Meditation” is not my thing. I resisted yoga for years because it doesn’t fit my type-A personality and go-go-go lifestyle, but … Continue reading →

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~Ash Wednesday~

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Coco

Today is Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of Lent, a 40-day period of repentence and reflection that many Christians observe before Easter. (source) Although Ash Wednesday is a solemn holy day in the church calendar, it is not all … Continue reading →

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Resisting The Easy Way Out

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Coco

So often we think that taking the easy way out is a cop-out. We think it means taking short cuts, not trying our hardest, not doing our best. But our Old Testament reading last week got me thinking that maybe … Continue reading →

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Rejoice Always

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Coco

One of my favorite Bible passages is 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: Rejoice always, Pray without ceasing, Give thanks in all circumstances; For this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. I usually focus on the reminder to “give … Continue reading →

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