Robbing God ∙∙∙ You say, “My, how tiresome it is!” And you disdainfully sniff at it. – Malachi 1:13 Malachi 1:6-13 The LORD of Heaven’s Armies says to the priests: “A son honors his father, and a servant respects his master. If I am your father and master, where are the honor and respect IContinue reading “Robbing God ∙∙∙”
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18 Inches from Heaven ∙∙
18 Inches from Heaven ∙∙ You say you have faith, for you believe that there is one God. Good for you! Even the demons believe this, and they tremble in terror. – James 2:19 Matthew 7:21-23 Not everyone who calls out to me, “Lord! Lord!” will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Only those who actuallyContinue reading “18 Inches from Heaven ∙∙”
Worship Rooted in God’s Faithful Acts
Worship Rooted in God’s Faithful Acts My soul glorifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. – Luke 1:46-47 Luke 1:46-55 Mary responded, “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord. How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and from now on allContinue reading “Worship Rooted in God’s Faithful Acts”
De-Extinction Potential and Peril
De-Extinction Potential and Peril It is dangerous to have zeal without knowledge, and the one who acts hastily makes poor choices. – Proverbs 19:2 Ecclesiastes 3:1-7 For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. A time to plant and aContinue reading “De-Extinction Potential and Peril”
The Greatest Among You ∙∙∙
The Greatest Among You ∙∙∙ The greatest among you shall be your servant. – Matthew 23:11 Mark 10:37-45 James and John replied, “When you sit on your glorious throne, we want to sit in places of honor next to you, one on your right and the other on your left.” But Jesus said to them,Continue reading “The Greatest Among You ∙∙∙”
Living with Danger ∙∙
Living with Danger ∙∙ Tell us, when will all this happen? What sign will signal your return and the end of the world? – Matthew 24:3 Ezekiel 33:4-7 If those who hear the warning refuse to take action, it is their own fault if they die. They heard the warning but ignored it, so theContinue reading “Living with Danger ∙∙”
The Progression of Temptation
The Progression of Temptation Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. – James 1:14 James 1:13-16 Let no one say when he is tempted: “My temptation comes from God.” For God himself is untemptable by evil and tempts no one. But temptation comes to each one, because he isContinue reading “The Progression of Temptation”
Only the Lord Opens Hearts
Only the Lord Opens Hearts Lydia from Thyatira, a merchant of expensive purple cloth, who worshiped God. As she listened to us, the Lord opened her heart, and she accepted what Paul was saying. – Acts 16:14 Luke 24:27-45 Then Jesus took them through the writings of Moses and all the prophets, explaining from allContinue reading “Only the Lord Opens Hearts”
A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit
A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit I have no one else of kindred spirit who will genuinely be concerned for your welfare. – Philippians 2:20 Philippians 2:20-21 I have no one else like Timothy who genuinely cares about your welfare. All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ. Kindred HeartsContinue reading “A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit”
Hidden Until the Proper Time
Hidden Until the Proper Time Galatians 4:4: When the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law. Isaiah 35:3-10: With this news, strengthen those who have tired hands, and encourage those who have weak knees. Say to those with fearful hearts, ‘Be strong, and doContinue reading “Hidden Until the Proper Time”
