Timing is Everything But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. – Galatians 4:4 Nehemiah 1:1-3 These are the memoirs of Nehemiah. In late autumn, in the month of Kislev, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes’ reign, I was at the fortress of SusaContinue reading “Timing is Everything”
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Never Before or Since was There a King Like Josiah ∙
Never Before or Since was There a King Like Josiah ∙ Read [the book of the Law] in the presence of the king. – 2 Kings 22:10 2 Kings 22:11-19 When the king heard the words of the book of the law, he tore his clothes. Then the king commanded Hilkiah the priest . .Continue reading “Never Before or Since was There a King Like Josiah ∙”
To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙
To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙ Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. – Luke 18:16 Mark 10:13-16 One day, some parents brought their children to Jesus so that he could touch and bless them. But the disciples scolded the parentsContinue reading “To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God ∙”
Peace, Peace ∙∙∙
Peace, Peace ∙∙∙ “Peace, peace,” they say, when there is no peace. – Jeremiah 8:11 Jeremiah 8:8-15 How can you say, “We are wise because we have the word of the LORD,” when your teachers have twisted it by writing lies? These wise teachers will fall into the trap of their own foolishness, for theyContinue reading “Peace, Peace ∙∙∙”
Nowhere Man ∙∙∙
Nowhere Man ∙∙∙ Mephibosheth lived in Jerusalem and regularly ate at the king’s table. Now he was lame in both feet. – 2 Samuel 9:13 1 Samuel 20:14-17 [Jonathan told David] and may you treat me with the faithful love of the LORD as long as I live. But if I die, treat my familyContinue reading “Nowhere Man ∙∙∙”
Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙
Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙ And I will cause the Egyptians to look favorably on you. They will give you gifts when you go, so you will not leave empty-handed. Every Israelite woman will ask for articles of silver and gold and fine clothing from her Egyptian neighbors and foreign women in their houses. You willContinue reading “Despoiling the Egyptians ∙∙”
Walk Beside Me
Walk Beside Me Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him. – Genesis 2:18 Ecclesiastes 4:9-10: Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other canContinue reading “Walk Beside Me”
Experiencing the Presence of God
Experiencing the Presence of God My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest. – Exodus 33:14 Exodus 3:7-12 Then the LORD told him, “I have certainly seen the oppression of my people in Egypt. I have heard their cries of distress because of their harsh slave drivers. Yes, I am awareContinue reading “Experiencing the Presence of God”
The Blind Side ∙∙
The Blind Side ∙∙ Whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone – especially to those in the family of faith. – Galatians 6:10 Proverbs 3:27 Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it. James 2:14-17 Suppose you see aContinue reading “The Blind Side ∙∙”
Our Triumph with Christ
Our Triumph with Christ While we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son – Romans 5:10 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 But thank God! He has made us his captives and continues to lead us along in Christ’s triumphal procession. Now he uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere,Continue reading “Our Triumph with Christ”
