Truth for now ∙∙ The law has become paralyzed, and there is no justice in the courts. The wicked far outnumber the righteous, so that justice has become perverted. – Habakkuk 1:4 Isaiah 59:14-16 14 Our courts oppose the righteous, and justice is nowhere to be found. Truth stumbles in the streets, and honesty hasContinue reading “Truth for now ∙∙”
Category Archives: 21st Century Biblical Reflections
Much is required ∙∙
Much is required ∙∙ When someone has been given much, much will be required in return, and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required. – Luke 12:48 Nehemiah 2:1-8 1 I was serving the king his wine. I had never before appeared sad in his presence.2 So the king askedContinue reading “Much is required ∙∙”
Lifetime plans ∙∙
Lifetime plans ∙∙ I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. – John 11:25 John 5:24 I tell you the truth, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, butContinue reading “Lifetime plans ∙∙”
Feet of clay ∙∙
Feet of clay ∙∙ Elijah was afraid and fled for his life. He went to Beersheba, a town in Judah, and he left his servant there. – 1 Kings 19:3 Numbers 11:14-15 14 [Moses said] I cannot carry all these people by myself! The load is far too heavy!15 If this is how you intendContinue reading “Feet of clay ∙∙”
Bewitching deception ∙∙
Bewitching deception ∙∙ You foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you? – Galatians 3:1 Galatians 5:1-13 1 So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. 4 For if you are trying to make yourselves right with God by keepingContinue reading “Bewitching deception ∙∙”