To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙

To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙ Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. – Luke 18:16 Mark 10:13-16 One day, some parents brought their children to Jesus so that he could touch and bless them. But the disciples scolded the parentsContinue reading “To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙”

Peace, Peace ∙∙∙

Peace, Peace ∙∙∙ “Peace, peace,” they say, when there is no peace. – Jeremiah 8:11 Jeremiah 8:8-15 How can you say, “We are wise because we have the word of the LORD,” when your teachers have twisted it by writing lies? These wise teachers will fall into the trap of their own foolishness, for theyContinue reading “Peace, Peace ∙∙∙”

Nowhere Man ∙∙∙

Nowhere Man ∙∙∙ Mephibosheth lived in Jerusalem and regularly ate at the king’s table. Now he was lame in both feet. – 2 Samuel 9:13 1 Samuel 20:14-17 [Jonathan told David] and may you treat me with the faithful love of the LORD as long as I live. But if I die, treat my familyContinue reading “Nowhere Man ∙∙∙”

Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙

Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙ And I will cause the Egyptians to look favorably on you. They will give you gifts when you go, so you will not leave empty-handed. Every Israelite woman will ask for articles of silver and gold and fine clothing from her Egyptian neighbors and foreign women in their houses. You willContinue reading “Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙”

Walk Beside Me

Walk Beside Me Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him. – Genesis 2:18 Ecclesiastes 4:9-10: Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other canContinue reading “Walk Beside Me”