James River. Last night I returned from Richmond, Virginia where I stayed downtown near the 19th century canals off of the James River. This was the "interstate" of that era, the main export and import traffic system for the town. Surprisingly, the river is quick and treacherous. A prayer for "Traveling Mercies" would be something much more meaningful in that time. How much do our modern comforts and convienences lull us into neglecting the Comforter and the Mercy-Giver?

Also, this month's Ligonier Tape of the Month was better than usual. R.C. covered the judgment of Christ for believers and tied our present obedience to our future rewards. And he didn't forget that God "crowns His own gifts" in us.