21st Century Biblical Reflections – Page 9

The Paradox of Pain ∙∙∙

The Paradox of Pain ∙∙∙ For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! – 2 Corinthians 4:17 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 17 For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond allContinue reading “The Paradox of Pain ∙∙∙”

The Insanity of Unbelief ∙∙

The Insanity of Unbelief ∙∙ Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies, and everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” – John 11:25-26 Ecclesiastes 10:12-13 12 Wise words bring approval, but fools areContinue reading “The Insanity of Unbelief ∙∙”

Can You Have Your Cake and Eat It Too? ∙∙

Can You Have Your Cake and Eat It Too? ∙∙ I, the LORD, will answer all those . . . who reject me and set up idols in their hearts and so fall into sin, and who then come to a prophet asking for my advice. I will turn against such people . . ..Continue reading “Can You Have Your Cake and Eat It Too? ∙∙”

Selfishness is in Our DNA ∙∙

Selfishness is in Our DNA ∙∙ God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him. – Philippians 2:13 Philippians 2:1-4 1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2 complete my joy byContinue reading “Selfishness is in Our DNA ∙∙”

I’ve Been There ∙∙

I’ve Been There ∙∙ The Lord Jesus Christ is our High Priest. He understands our weaknesses. [He is able to sympathize with us.] For He faced all of the same tests and temptations we do, yet He did not sin. – Hebrews 4:15 Hebrews 2:10-18 God, for whom and through whom everything was made, choseContinue reading “I’ve Been There ∙∙”