Wednesday Windfall | you have the right to remain silent

APPLE 1.0 | “You talk to me about RIGHTS?!

Did you know that the Miranda rights were established on this day back in 1966? (Here’s a hidden treasure for you…click on the YouTube link attached to the quote above. ;) )

APPLE 2.0 | bella musica

Two MUST HAVE music recommendations (technically, I list 3, but who’s counting?). Here we go.

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APPLE 3.0 | Have a bite?

I’m beyond ecstatic after last night’s Texas Rangers game. Going to the ballpark with a friend, sitting in great seats (thank you, Megan!), and WINNING?! It gets better. I tweeted about it. And the official Rangers Twitter account retweeted me. Oh yes, I’m happy. :) What makes this week even better? (You’re probably wondering why I chose “windfall” for my theme…well, this ought to help add to the obvious reasons.)

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APPLE 4.0 | The heavens declare God’s glory!

Dr. Jason Lisle, astrophysicist, gave staff devotions yesterday at ICR. He pulled his inspiration from the ever beautiful Psalm 19. Meditate on this today and worship our Creator.

    The heavens declare the glory of God,
and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.
Day to day pours out speech,
and night to night reveals knowledge.
There is no speech, nor are there words,
whose voice is not heard.
Their voice goes out through all the earth,
and their words to the end of the world.
In them he has set a tent for the sun,
which comes out like a bridegroom leaving his chamber,
and, like a strong man, runs its course with joy.
Its rising is from the end of the heavens,
and its circuit to the end of them,
and there is nothing hidden from its heat.
The law of the LORD is perfect,
reviving the soul;
the testimony of the LORD is sure,
making wise the simple;
the precepts of the LORD are right,
rejoicing the heart;
the commandment of the LORD is pure,
enlightening the eyes;
the fear of the LORD is clean,
enduring forever;
the rules of the LORD are true,
and righteous altogether.
More to be desired are they than gold,
even much fine gold;
sweeter also than honey
and drippings of the honeycomb.
Moreover, by them is your servant warned;
in keeping them there is great reward.
Who can discern his errors?
Declare me innocent from hidden faults.
Keep back your servant also from presumptuous sins;
let them not have dominion over me!
Then I shall be blameless,
and innocent of great transgression.
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be acceptable in your sight,
O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

Resolution No. 31

31. Resolved, Never to say any thing at all against any body, but when it is
perfectly agreeable to the highest degree of christian honour, and of love to
mankind, agreeable to the lowest humility, and sense of my own faults and
failings, and agreeable to the golden rule; often, when I have said any thing
against any one, to bring it to, and try it strictly by, the test of this
Resolution.

Resolved!

I’m taking on a challenge.

“The beauty of Christianity is the beauty of holiness.” David Vaughan

My problem: I see my life lacking in the pursuit of holiness.

My inspiration: Jonathan Edwards.

My goal: To glorify God with my life. (The ultimate desire of every believer should be the glory of God.)

My action plan: To study and put into practice Edwards’ 70 Resolutions. (As a result of my studies, I plan on jotting down a few thoughts about each resolution; particularly as each one relates to Biblical application, exhortation, and wisdom.)

What I am NOT trying to accomplish:

  • Works-based salvation. (I have been saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone! My efforts in this challenge are meant only to shape me more into the image of Christ.)
  • Painting a pretty picture about myself. (I am a wretched sinner, albeit saved by grace. My intent is to find the many areas in my life that I can improve in. I recognize God’s sovereignty and I am deeply humbled by the standard found in Christ’s perfect, sacrificial life.)
  • Daily checking off a moral to-do list. (The resolutions are not intended to be “completed” like a list of short-term goals. Holiness (Christlikeness) is a life-long pursuit. My intent is to become more disciplined in my pursuit of Christlikeness throughout my daily Christian walk.)

What I AM trying to accomplish:

  • Compile a written record of knowledge gained, joy experienced, difficulties undergone, hope and faith established, etc.
  • Establish an informal accountability. (My intent in posting my thoughts publicly is, in a way, accountability. For those who know me in person, I would hope you would approach me when I am not living up to the clear commands of Scripture. Much of what I post I realize may never be read by another person. My goal is certainly not to impress anyone with my words. If anything, I pray any readers will be encouraged and/or exhorted to pursue holiness and the glory of God.)
  • Provide a resource for other believers to be edified and spurred on to pursue Christ every day.
  • Present a venue for readers to post relevant thoughts and comments pertaining to the pursuit of holiness.

My current resources:

  • “The Unwavering Resolve of Jonathan Edwards,” by Dr. Steven J. Lawson
  • The Resolutions of Jonathan Edwards (provided by Desiring God Ministries) – Resolutions

I hope God will bless this practical journey toward holiness. To any readers out there, I hope you’ll be encouraged by this challenge I am undertaking. May God also bless your pursuit to be more like Christ!

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