21st Century Biblical Reflections – Page 93

Prophets of light and darkness ∙

Prophets of light and darkness ∙ I saw the Lamb standing on Mount Zion, and with him were 144,000 who had his name and his Father’s name written on their foreheads. – Revelation 14:1 Matthew 24:4-25 4 Jesus told them, Don’t let anyone mislead you,5 for many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I amContinue reading “Prophets of light and darkness ∙”

Life is too short for shallow friendships ∙∙

Life is too short for shallow friendships ∙∙ Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good morals.” – 1 Corinthians 15:33 Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will suffer harm. Proverbs 22:24-25 24 Do not associate with a man given to anger or go withContinue reading “Life is too short for shallow friendships ∙∙”

Face-to-face ∙∙

Face-to-face ∙∙ The LORD used to speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. – Exodus 33:11 Deuteronomy 34:10 There has never been another prophet in Israel like Moses, whom the LORD knew face to face. Isaiah 43:1-4 1 But now, O Jacob, listen to the LORD who created you.Continue reading “Face-to-face ∙∙”

Underdog ∙

Underdog ∙ God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. – 1 Corinthians 1:27 Jeremiah 29:11-14 11 For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD. They are plans forContinue reading “Underdog ∙”

God comforts the depressed ∙

God comforts the depressed ∙ God, who comforts the depressed – 2 Corinthians 7:6 2 Corinthians 1:2-5 2 May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort.4 HeContinue reading “God comforts the depressed ∙”