Deplorable inferiors ∙∙ Instead, 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. God chose things despised by the world, things considered worthless, and used them to bring to nothing what the world considersContinue reading “Deplorable inferiors ∙∙”
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The appearance of evil ∙
The appearance of evil ∙ But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good. Abstain from every form of evil. – 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 Job 1:8 Have you noticed my servant Job? He is the finest man in all the earth. He is blameless – a man of complete integrity. He fears GodContinue reading “The appearance of evil ∙”
Intolerance ∙∙
Intolerance ∙∙ Anyone who teaches something different is arrogant and lacks understanding. Such a person has an unhealthy desire to quibble over the meaning of words. This stirs up arguments ending in jealousy, division, slander, and evil suspicions. These people always cause trouble. Their minds are corrupt, and they have turned their backs on theContinue reading “Intolerance ∙∙”
Truth for now ∙∙
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 ∙∙”
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 ∙∙”
Dr H Reflections 