Tag Archives: poverty

Feed my sheep

Posted on April 26, 2014 by David Nuottila

Jesus said to Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I … Continue reading →

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God will help

Posted on October 1, 2013 by David Nuottila

And [the rich man] called out, “Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the end of his finger in water and cool my tongue, for I am in anguish in this flame.” Luke 16:24 (Note: One … Continue reading →

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Makarios

Posted on March 18, 2013 by David Nuottila

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.  Matthew 5:3 It would be hard to imagine the poor feeling blessed. It is even more difficult to imagine the poor being happy about their condition. The … Continue reading →

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The Poor Ones

Posted on March 14, 2013 by David Nuottila

When the poor ones who have nothing are still giving; When the thirsty pass the cup, water to share; When the wounded offer others strength and healing; We see God, here by our side, walking our way. (Evangelical Lutheran Worship … Continue reading →

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Shades of Haiti

Posted on January 15, 2010 by David Nuottila

Years ago, when I was in the navy, I looked forward to visiting different countries and experiencing other cultures.  The first ship I was assigned to, U.S.S. Davis DD937, was just completing an extended overhaul and the crew was preparing … Continue reading →

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