The old way, with laws etched in stone, led to death, though it began with such glory that the people of Israel could not bear to look at Moses’ face. For his face shone with the glory of God, even though the brightness was already fading away. Shouldn’t we expect far greater glory under the new…
Author: Tim Deatrick
Can I Use You as a Reference? (2 Corinthians 3:1-6)
We’ve all had the experience of preparing for a job interview, which includes the preparation of a resume which cites our education and experience. The resume will usually include at least three references to serve as validation for all that we have claimed about our work history. When selecting a reference, it goes without saying…
An Audience of One (2 Corinthians 2:14-17)
But thank God! He has made us his captives and continues to lead us along in Christ’s triumphal procession. Now he uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere, like a sweet perfume. Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved…
Barna Report on Rising Spiritual Openness In America
If you watch television, you’ve probably seen the advertising campaign that overlays a contemporary setting with a spiritual theme, concluding with the phrase, “He Gets Us. All of Us.” This campaign is directed toward the Millennials and Generation Z as an acknowledgement to the rising spiritual openness in America. The research observes that there is…
The Out of Ur Podcast Update
One of my original goals for rebranding my site (Out of Ur) was to begin a podcast. I have not forgotten this objective, and hope to have it launched during the first quarter of 2023. I will provide ongoing updates and let you know the launch date when I get closer! Thank you for your…
The Top Ten Posts of 2022
I am humbled and grateful for each person who has followed my blog site this year. Some of you have been around for a while, others are newer to this site. My hope is that it has provided support in some small way toward your goal of Christlikeness in your journey of discipleship. I thought…
Leading by Example (2 Corinthians 2:5-13)
I am not overstating it when I say that the man who caused all the trouble hurt all of you more than he hurt me. Most of you opposed him, and that was punishment enough. Now, however, it is time to forgive and comfort him. Otherwise he may be overcome by discouragement. So I urge you now to…
The 2022 Reading List
One of the goals I establish each year is to read a certain number of books. For 2022, my goal was 25. While I didn’t quite reach that number, I did read some good books. Here’s my 2022 reading list.
21 Tips for a Positive New Year
One of the author’s I follow is Jon Gordon, who helps corporations and athletic teams develop positive cultures. This week Jon posted 21 Tips for a Positive New Year. I liked it and wanted to share it here. You’ll notice that his list primarily focuses on repositioning old habits and tendencies that turn negatives into…
Paul’s Pattern for Leadership (2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4)
Now I call upon God as my witness that I am telling the truth. The reason I didn’t return to Corinth was to spare you from a severe rebuke. But that does not mean we want to dominate you by telling you how to put your faith into practice. We want to work together with you…
