David and the Spider ∙ Saul chose 3,000 elite troops from all Israel and went to search for David and his men near the rocks of the wild goats. At the place where the road passes some sheepfolds, Saul went into a cave to relieve himself. But as it happened, David and his men wereContinue reading “David and the Spider ∙”
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Imprisoned by unforgiveness ∙∙
Imprisoned by unforgiveness ∙∙ But Esau ran to meet Jacob and embraced him; he threw his arms around his neck and kissed him. And they wept. – Genesis 33:4 Genesis 33:1-11 1 Then Jacob looked up and saw Esau coming with his 400 men.3 Then Jacob went on ahead. As he approached his brother, heContinue reading “Imprisoned by unforgiveness ∙∙”
Such a deal ∙∙
Such a deal ∙∙ Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat. Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost. – Isaiah 55:1 Isaiah 55:1-6 1 Is anyone thirsty? Come and drink – even if you have no money! Come, take your choice ofContinue reading “Such a deal ∙∙”
Mother-love, chiseled hands ∙∙
Mother-love, chiseled hands ∙∙ As a mother consoles a child, so I will comfort you. – Isaiah 66:13 Isaiah 49:14-16 14 Yet Jerusalem says, “The LORD has deserted us; the Lord has forgotten us.”15 “Never! Can a mother forget her nursing child? Can she feel no love for the child she has borne? But evenContinue reading “Mother-love, chiseled hands ∙∙”
Heart xenotransplantation ∙
Heart xenotransplantation ∙ I will take away their stony, stubborn heart and give them a tender, responsive heart. – Ezekiel 11:19 Ezekiel 36:26-27 26 And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsiveContinue reading “Heart xenotransplantation ∙”
Deepfakes ∙∙
Deepfakes ∙∙ Just say a simple yes or no so that you will not sin and be condemned. – James 5:12 Matthew 23:23-28 23 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. Hypocrites! For you are careful to tithe even the tiniest income from your herb gardens, but you ignore the moreContinue reading “Deepfakes ∙∙”
Night Stalker ∙∙∙
Night Stalker ∙∙∙ Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. – 1 Peter 5:8 Job 1:6-12 6 One day the members of the heavenly court came to present themselves before the LORD, and the Accuser, Satan, came with them.7 “WhereContinue reading “Night Stalker ∙∙∙”
To an unknown God ∙∙∙
To an unknown God ∙∙∙ God replied to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. Say this to the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.” – Exodus 3:14 Acts 17:23-31 23 As I was walking along, I saw your many shrines. And one of your altars had this inscription on it: ‘ToContinue reading “To an unknown God ∙∙∙”
Be pitiful ∙∙
Be pitiful ∙∙ May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other, as is fitting for followers of Christ Jesus. – Romans 15:5 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source ofContinue reading “Be pitiful ∙∙”
Repentance without regret ∙∙
Repentance without regret ∙∙ “How kind the Lord is!” she exclaimed. “He has taken away my disgrace.” – Luke 1:25 Luke 1:11-24 11 While Zechariah was in the sanctuary, an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing to the right of the incense altar.12 Zechariah was shaken and overwhelmed with fear when he sawContinue reading “Repentance without regret ∙∙”
