Waiting for the answer ∙∙

Waiting for the answer ∙∙ The king asked, “Well, how can I help you?” With a prayer to the God of heaven, I replied, “If it please the king, and if you are pleased with me, your servant, send me to Judah to rebuild the city where my ancestors are buried.” – Nehemiah 2:4-5 NehemiahContinue reading “Waiting for the answer ∙∙”

Are You the Right Size? ∙∙

Are You the Right Size? ∙∙ Jesus saw Nathaniel coming toward him and said, “Now here is a genuine son of Israel– a man of complete integrity.” – John 1:47 John 1:43-49 “On the next day, Jesus wanted to set out for Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, ‘Follow me.’ Philip then soughtContinue reading “Are You the Right Size? ∙∙”

Fighting Against God! ∙∙

Fighting Against God! ∙∙ We must obey God rather than any human authority. – Acts 5:29 Acts 5:34-39  34 But one member, a Pharisee named Gamaliel, an expert in religious law and respected by all the people, stood up and ordered that the men be sent outside the council chamber for a while.  35 ThenContinue reading “Fighting Against God! ∙∙”

Grazing or Growing?

Grazing or Growing? Proverbs 15:14: “A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while a fool feeds on trash.” Proverbs 15:9-17  9 The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness.  11 Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the LORD. How much more does he know the humanContinue reading “Grazing or Growing?”

Trash talking ∙∙

Trash talking ∙∙ A warrior putting on his sword for battle should not boast like a warrior who has already won. – 1 Kings 20:11 1 Samuel 17:40-46 “David gathered five smooth stones from a stream and placed them in his shepherd’s bag. With only his shepherd’s staff and sling in hand, he made hisContinue reading “Trash talking ∙∙”