How Can God Blame Us? (Rom 9:19-29) by Curtis Baker
By: Curtis Baker
Having cleared up some things last week that might be mistaken about our understanding of Israel, both ancient and modern, we are now ready to resume Paul’s complicated argument in Romans 9-11. To review very quickly, Paul is taking up the question of whether God’s promises to the people of Israel have failed, since so many Israelites have not come into the New Covenant under the Messiah. Paul’s answer to that question is an unequivocal “no.” The failure has not been on God’s part. The failure has been among the people of Israel itself. According to Paul in 9:6-18, this should not come as a surprise. Israel’s history is a repeated story of unfaithfulness to God. Throughout the history of God’s relationship with Abraham’s descendants, Paul has made the point that God has always made choices about who would be a part of his promises and who would not. Even though many might see this as capricious and fickle on the part of God, Paul has taken pains to show that the responsibility for this does not lie with God. It lies with Israel who has been unfaithful from the beginning. Just as God used the disobedience of Pharaoh to serve his purposes, so also has God used the disobedience of Israel to serve his purposes (9:14-18).
From Austin City Limits “The Milk Cartoon Kids”
By Mark Meurer
I was watching Austin City Limits the other night and came across “The Milk Carton Kids“. I found them unique. I now add them to my list of favorites with Leonard Cohen, Chris Isaak, Michael Murphy and …
Kathy May Davies & Kim Hunt Harris Signs Books in Post
Sports Brief w/Mark Allen
* Texas Tech Soccer is picked to finish second in the Big 12 Conference Preseason Poll. The 2014 season opens Aug. 22, facing New Mexico.
* The Lady Raiders first Big 12 Basketball Game will be against TCU Jan 3. First Non-Conference game is 11/14/14 vs. Jacksonville State.
* The Minnesota Twins beat the Houston Astros 3-1 yesterday. The Astros play 4 against the Red Sox starting tonight.
* The Tampa Bay Rays beat ‘s the Texas Rangers 10-1 last night. Game 4 tonight.
* Yu Darvish has been placed on the 15-day disabled list because of inflammation in his right elbow.
* It’s that time for High School Football scrimmages. Slaton scrimmages Lamesa Friday and Southland scimmages Anton.
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Toon w/Sam Hill
SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS & MENU
SPOTLIGHTING SENIORSBy Janet James
The raffle for VIP tickets to Dallas/Eagles game is coming to an end. This raffle benefits our MOW program. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25. The drawing will be held Wednesday August 26. You can purchase tickets at the Senior Citizens Center during the hours of 8-4 daily Mon-Fri.
Bingo on Monday had 21 players hoping to win a prize. The secret prize was won by Nina Thomas. The blackout amount of $36.15 was won by Gloria Anzley. Come join us next Monday for lunch then stay to play Bingo from 1-2.
Our MOW breakfast will be held on Saturday August 29 from 8-9:30. We will be serving scrambled eggs, ham, biscuits, sausage gravy, juice, coffee and jelly. Come join us for good food, visit with friends and make some new friends. All donations are appreciated.
Upcoming events – Mark your calendar! Daily – Mon. (Aug. 24) Bingo from 1-2. Tues. (Aug. 25) Calvert from 11-12. Wed. (Aug. 26) B and A day, Bridge, raffle drawing for Dallas/Eagles VIP tickets. Sat. (Aug. 29) MOW breakfast from 8-9:30.
MOW deliveries for Aug. 10 – 14 were done by St. Joseph Catholic Church. Those who served were Robert Hurst, Wally Kamrath, Joyce Ganus, Len Dodson, Joyce Schwertner, Rosemarie Hurst, Lena Maldonado, Phyllis Davis, Albert Rinne, Melissa Buxkemper, Brian Owen, Nathalie Owen.
Mow deliveries for Aug. 24 – Aug. 28 is the responsibility of First Baptist Church.
Memorials:
Sandra Long Estrello
Class of 1958
Mike Guinn
Tom & Marilyn Blisard, Gene Blisard, and Pansy Rudd
Menu: August 24 – August 28
Menu: August 24 – August 28
Monday 24th – Beef Goulash, Navy Beans, Broccoli, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Wheat Roll, 2 % Milk, Tea
Tuesday 25th – Baked Ham with Pineapple, Lima Beans, Chuck Wagon Corn, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Wheat Roll, 2% Milk, Tea
Wednesday 26th – Roast Turkey, Savory Bread Dressing, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Green Beams, Pineapple Tidbits, Wheat Roll, 2% Milk, Tea
Thursday 27th – King Ranch Casserole, Spanish Rice, Pinto Beans, Brownie, Tortilla, 2% Milk, Tea
Friday 28th – BBQ Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Carrot Raisin Salad, Baked Apple, Cornbread, 2% Milk, Tea
Tuesday: Sports Brief w/Mark Allen
* Tech Football kicks off the 14th year of the Quarterback S.A.C.K initiative with Ronald McDonald Charities..
* Former Texas Tech left-handed pitcher Cameron Smith was named to the Pioneer League All-Star roster.
* New York Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 6-2 Monday night. Rangers play game 2/4 tonight against the Yankees 7:05 PM.
* The Houston Astros start 3 games hosting the Angels tonight 7:10 PM.
* The Dallas Mavericks have signed free-agent forwards Jamil Wilson and Brandon Ashley.
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Sports Brief w/Mark Allen
* Tech’s Hannah Carson’s, javelin thrower, looking good for Fridays U.S. outdoor championships.
* Oakland Athletics beat the Texas Rangers 8-2 on Wednesday night. Athletics lead series 2-1. Game 3/3 today 1:05pm.
* Los Angeles Angels a 2-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday. Start game 1/4 tonight hosting Yankees 7:10pm.
* San Antonio Spurs enter todays NBA’s draft with only five players under contract.
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