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Author: Chip Bennett

  • OYB May 22

    Posted May 30th; back-dated.

    Today´s reading:
    OT: II Samuel 1, II Samuel 2:1-11
    NT: John 12:20-50
    Ps: Psalm 118:19-29
    Pr: Proverbs 15:27-28

    Today´s notable verse:

    I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.

    John 12:24 (NIV)

    Such is the nature of all Spiritual fruit. Just as we reap an abundant harvest in return for what we sow, so also the effectiveness of our Spiritual gifts and fruit is multiplied when we sacrifice ourselves in their use in the service to many.

    I have often wondered why God asks us to give of our love and our trust so freely; but in doing so, I have discovered that whenever I give of my life into the life of another, my capacity to give does not diminish. On the contrary, by God’s grace that capacity increases – and therein lies the legacy we leave.

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 21

    Posted May 30th; back-dated.

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 29-31
    NT: John 11:55-57, John 12:1-19
    Ps: Psalm 118:1-18
    Pr: Proverbs 15:24-26

    Today´s notable verse:

    Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

    Psalm 118:1 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 20

    Posted May 26, back-dated.

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 26-28
    NT: John 11:1-54
    Ps: Psalm 117
    Pr: Proverbs 15:22-23

    Today´s notable verses:

    Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies…”

    John 11:25 (NIV)

    Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.

    Proverbs 15:22 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 19

    Posted May 26, back-dated.

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 24-25
    NT: John 10:22-42
    Ps: Psalm 116
    Pr: Proverbs 15:20-21

    Today´s notable verse:

    Folly delights a man who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding keeps a straight course.

    Proverbs 15:21 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • Blue River 2006 Folk Music Festival

    My hometown church, Town and Country Christian Church in Shelbyville, IN, is hosting the 2006 Blue River Folk Music Festival. The Shelby News has coverage.

  • OYB May 18

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 22-23
    NT: John 10:1-21
    Ps: Psalm 115
    Pr: Proverbs 15:18-19

    Today´s notable verse:

    14 I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. 17 The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. 18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father.

    John 10:14-18 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 17

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 20-21
    NT: John 9
    Ps: Psalm 113-114
    Pr: Proverbs 15:15-17

    Today´s notable verse:

    We know that God does not listen to sinners. He listens to the godly man who does his will.

    John 9:31 (NIV)

    Praise God, on two counts: one, that through Christ we are made godly, and two, that when we sincerely seek to do His will, He listens to us!

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 16

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 18:5-30, I Samuel 19
    NT: John 8:31-59
    Ps: Psalm 112
    Pr: Proverbs 15:12-14

    Today´s notable verse:

    “I tell you the truth,” Jesus answered, “before Abraham was born, I am!”

    John 8:58 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • OYB May 15

    Today´s reading:
    OT: I Samuel 17, I Samuel 18:1-4
    NT: John 8:21-30
    Ps: Psalm 111
    Pr: Proverbs 15:11

    Today´s notable verses:

    David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.”

    I Samuel 17:45 (NIV)

    The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom;
    all who follow his precepts have good understanding.
    To him belongs eternal praise.

    Psalm 111:10 (NIV)

    The One Year Bible Blog‘s comments for today.

  • REVIEW: Texas Roast Organic Mexican Chiapas (Revisited)

    texas roast

    Roast
    Dark
    Aroma
    9
    Acidity
    8
    Body
    8
    Flavor
    9
    Finish
    8

    Roaster’s Description:

    This is a simple and bright coffee with a rustic aroma. You can almost hear the Mexican music playing in the background for a Cinqo de Mayo clebration as you enjoy this lively cup. It’s a perfect coffee to start the day!

    I previously reviewed the Organic Mexican Chiapas beans from Texas Roast, but I would like to revisit the offering. I recently received another order of the Chiapas, and based on my previous review, these beans were roasted slightly darker.

    Roast

     
    Dark

    Slightly darker than the beans in the original review.

    Aroma

     
    9

    Aroma clearly indicates distinct Mexican flavor of these beans. Vibrant. Nice complexity.

    Acidity

     
    8

    Well-balanced acidity; lively without being to bright.

    Body

     
    8

    Nice, medium to full body; average mouthfeel, hint of chewiness.

    Flavor

     
    9

    Very well-balanced, distinctive, bucolic, earthy Mexican flavor. Nice acidity and a touch of spice.

    Finish

     
    8

    Very pleasant finish. Nice aftertaste. Leaves you wanting more.

    Overall

     
    42

    Mexican varietals remain among my favorite. The Organic Mexican Chiapas from Texas Roast remain a fine representative – nicely roasted, well-balanced, and an overall enjoyable cup of coffee.