21st Century Biblical Reflections – Page 37

Are You the Right Size? ∙∙

Are You the Right Size? ∙∙ Jesus saw Nathaniel coming toward him and said, “Now here is a genuine son of Israel– a man of complete integrity.” – John 1:47 John 1:43-49 “On the next day, Jesus wanted to set out for Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, ‘Follow me.’ Philip then soughtContinue reading “Are You the Right Size? ∙∙”

Fighting Against God! ∙∙

Fighting Against God! ∙∙ We must obey God rather than any human authority. – Acts 5:29 Acts 5:34-39 34 But one member, a Pharisee named Gamaliel, an expert in religious law and respected by all the people, stood up and ordered that the men be sent outside the council chamber for a while. 35 ThenContinue reading “Fighting Against God! ∙∙”

Grazing or Growing?

Grazing or Growing? Proverbs 15:14: “A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while a fool feeds on trash.” Proverbs 15:9-17 9 The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness. 11 Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the LORD. How much more does he know the humanContinue reading “Grazing or Growing?”

Trash talking ∙∙

Trash talking ∙∙ A warrior putting on his sword for battle should not boast like a warrior who has already won. – 1 Kings 20:11 1 Samuel 17:40-46 “David gathered five smooth stones from a stream and placed them in his shepherd’s bag. With only his shepherd’s staff and sling in hand, he made hisContinue reading “Trash talking ∙∙”

What Matters Most? ∙

What Matters Most? ∙ For from the heart come evil thoughts . . .. These are what defile you. – Matthew 15:19-20 Matthew 15:2-20 “Why do Your disciples transgress the tradition of the elders?” Jesus responded, “You invalidated the word of God for the sake of your tradition.” “You hypocrites! Isaiah rightly prophesied of you,Continue reading “What Matters Most? ∙”