I would like to take a moment to say “Thank you” to everyone who has read my website this year. It is an honor that you have taken time from your busy schedule to read what I have to say, thanks! I would also like to say thanks to those of you who have taken a few moments to share your thoughts by commenting on the posts that I have written. It is always a special privilege to see what God has shown others about the topics that we cover here.
I want to give thanks to those of you who have written me with words of encouragement this year, as well. What a blessing your words have been! I read a comment that somebody made over on Fruit of the Word the other day (and if you haven’t visited that website yet, I encourage you to. You’ll be glad you did.) The person asked in their comment if it was okay to ask questions, make comments about the subject, etc. Tishrei, the author of the blog, responded that it was certainly okay to do so. It reminded me that sometimes people are reluctant to interact with those who write Christian “teaching blogs” (such as Fruit of the Word and this blog) because we tend to write with an “authoritarian” tone.
A little boy was asked in Sunday School to describe who the church’s pastor was. He said, “He’s the man that talks a lot and stands at the front of the church in a great big pulpit, high above the contradiction” (he meant congregation, I hope!) I believe that my own “pulpit” is a little closer to the ground and I would like to invite any and all questions, comments, thoughts, stories, and observations that anyone feels they would like to share. Whether you agree with what I write or not, you are most welcome to share your opinion. I have no interest in arguing or debating about what the Word of God teaches, but I am definitely open to discussing any of the subjects I write about and am certainly willing to clarify any of the points that I make. If you prefer, write to me directly at:
loren@answersfromthebook.org
Lord willing, I will resume our study of the Book of Genesis on Monday, January 4. Until then, I pray that God blesses you and yours with a very happy New Year!
To God Goes All The Glory,
Loren
Hi Loren….
I have been visiting the blog for about a month. I suscribed to the RSS feeds. I don’t even remember how I got here. It’s been so refreshing. Thank you for the time you’ve invested and the effort. I pray the Lord continue to guide you.
May 2010 bring you great happiness in Him.
Soli Deo Gloria,
Perla
Thanks for reading my blog, Perla, and thanks for the kind words of encouragement and your prayers!
Happy New Year!
Hi Loren,
One of the things that I really find refreshing about your blog is that you take the Word of God and and explain it in such a way that any of us can understand. While I do read my bible a lot, I have picked up things that just went by me as I read — things that you pointed out.
I am really looking forward to you resuming the through the bible teachings that you have been doing.
Happy New Year to you and your family!
Thank you for all of your help and encouragement — your friendship has truly been a blessing to me
Happy New Year to you and yours!
Loren,
I would just like to thank you for sharing God’s word with a world that really needs to hear and learn about God’s salvation and nearness in our every day situations…
May you and yours have a most blessed New Year!
Margaret
Thanks, Margaret. I am really looking forward to continuing to read the great posts on your blog, as well.
Happy New Year!
Thanks for having this type of blog . I love truth and just to have an authentic approach to God`s word is always the best. Nothing added or taken away. letting the word of God speak for it`s self. Will be here often!!!
Thanks, Liz, for the encouraging words! I hope you are having a great New Year.