To whom it may concern ∙∙∙ A Syrian soldier, however, randomly shot an arrow at the Israelite troops and hit the king of Israel between the joints of his armor. – 2 Chronicles 18:33 1 Kings 21:17-20 17 But the LORD said to Elijah, 18 “Go down to meet King Ahab of Israel, who rulesContinue reading “To whom it may concern ∙∙∙”
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Why is forgiveness so important? ∙
Why is forgiveness so important? ∙ Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. – 1 Peter 3:9 1 Peter 3:8-12 8 Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. 9Continue reading “Why is forgiveness so important? ∙”
Family-owned ∙∙∙
Family-owned ∙∙∙ The Father loves his Son and has put everything into his hands. – John 3:35 Romans 8:17 Since we are his children, we are his heirs. Together with Christ, we are heirs of God’s glory. Titus 3:4-7 4 But when God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, 5 he saved us, notContinue reading “Family-owned ∙∙∙”
Are you willing to play? ∙∙
Are you willing to play? ∙∙ Come now, and let us reason together, says the LORD. – Isaiah 1:18 Can two walk together, except they are agreed? – Amos 3:3 Genesis 3:8-10 8 They heard the sound of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and the man andContinue reading “Are you willing to play? ∙∙”
The enemy of my enemy is my friend ∙
The enemy of my enemy is my friend ∙∙ You boast, “We have made a covenant with death, And with Sheol we have made a pact. . The coming destruction can never touch us, for we have made falsehood our refuge and we have concealed ourselves with deception.” – Isaiah 28:15 Isaiah 28:16-18 16 Therefore,Continue reading “The enemy of my enemy is my friend ∙”
Touched by an angel ∙∙
Touched by an angel ∙∙ Just then, a hand touched me and lifted me, still trembling, to my hands and knees. – Daniel 10:10 Daniel 10:17-19 17 How can someone like me, your servant, talk to you, my lord? My strength is gone, and I can hardly breathe. 18 Then the one who looked likeContinue reading “Touched by an angel ∙∙”
The Bad Boys of Bethel
The Bad Boys of Bethel 23 Elisha left Jericho and went up to Bethel. As he was walking along the road, a group of boys from the town began mocking and making fun of him. “Go away, baldy!” they chanted. “Go away, baldy!” 24 Elisha turned around and looked at them, and he cursed themContinue reading “The Bad Boys of Bethel”
When wrong feels right ∙∙
When wrong feels right ∙∙ There is a path that seems right for each person, but it ultimately leads to death. – Proverbs 14:12 James 1:13-16 13 Remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never tempts anyone else. 14 TemptationContinue reading “When wrong feels right ∙∙”
Strengthen your core ∙∙
Strengthen your core ∙∙ Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. – Psalms 51:10 Psalms 51:1-12 1 Be gracious to me, O God, according to Your lovingkindness; According to the greatness of Your compassion, blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity and cleanseContinue reading “Strengthen your core ∙∙”
Any old pot ∙∙
Any old pot ∙∙ We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This clarifies that our great power is from God, not from ourselves. – 2 Corinthians 4:7 1 Timothy 1:12-16 12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given meContinue reading “Any old pot ∙∙”
