The sign of the fish ∙ May God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior give you grace and peace. – Titus 1:4 2 Timothy 1:9-10 9 For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from beforeContinue reading “The sign of the fish ∙”
Category Archives: 21st Century Biblical Reflections
Sentinel chickens ∙∙
Sentinel chickens ∙∙ O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen on your walls; they will pray day and night, continually. Take no rest, all you who pray to the LORD. – Isaiah 62:6 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6 1 Now, concerning how and when all this will happen, dear brothers and sisters, we do not really need toContinue reading “Sentinel chickens ∙∙”
Gratitude is the key to seeing God ∙
Gratitude is the key to seeing God ∙ The LORD gave me what I had, and the LORD has taken it away. Praise the name of the LORD! – Job 1:21 Job 1:14-22 14 A messenger arrived at Job’s home with this news: “Your oxen were plowing, with the donkeys feeding beside them, 15 whenContinue reading “Gratitude is the key to seeing God ∙”
Friendly persuasion ∙∙
Friendly persuasion ∙∙ Because we understand our fearful responsibility to the Lord, we work hard to persuade others. – 2 Corinthians 5:11 John 16:7-11 7 But I tell you the truth, it is best for you that I go away because if I do not, the Helper will not come. If I do go away,Continue reading “Friendly persuasion ∙∙”
Getting over stupid ∙∙
Getting over stupid ∙∙ To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction – Proverbs 12:1 Psalms 19:7-11 7 The instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. 8 The commandments of the LORD are right, bringing joy toContinue reading “Getting over stupid ∙∙ “
