Negative Campaigning ∙∙

Negative Campaigning ∙∙  18 “For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon!’  19 “The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Behold, a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’” – Matthew 11:18-19 John 8:44 You are of your father the devil,Continue reading “Negative Campaigning ∙∙”

Servant Worms: Loved and Redeemed

Servant Worms: Loved and Redeemed But I am a worm and not a man, a reproach of men and despised by the people. – Psalms 22:6 Isaiah 41:14 Though you are a lowly worm, O Jacob, don’t be afraid, people of Israel, for I will help you. I am the LORD, your Redeemer. I amContinue reading “Servant Worms: Loved and Redeemed”

Human Challenge Trials ∙∙

Human Challenge Trials ∙∙ We hope with all our hearts that each one of you will display the same zeal to make your hope come true and that you will continue doing so until the end so that you may not become lazily lethargic but may copy those who, through faith and patience, inherit theContinue reading “Human Challenge Trials ∙∙”

Commander-in-Chief ∙∙

Commander-in-Chief ∙∙ I come now as captain of the host of the LORD. – Joshua 5:14 Joshua 5:13-15  13 When Joshua was near the town of Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a sword in hand. Joshua went up to him and demanded, “Are you friend orContinue reading “Commander-in-Chief ∙∙”

Hated for Believing in Christ

Hated for Believing in Christ If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first. – John 15:18 1 Peter 4:12-16  12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through, as if something strange were happening to you.  13 Instead, be glad – for these trials make youContinue reading “Hated for Believing in Christ”