Blind paradox ∙∙

Blind paradox ∙∙ Jesus said, “For judgment, I came into this world, so that those who do not see may see, and that those who see may become blind.” – John 9:39 John 9:35-41 35 When Jesus heard what had happened, he found the man and asked, “Do you believe in the Son of Man?”36Continue reading “Blind paradox ∙∙”

Can we be forgotten? ∙∙

Can we be forgotten? ∙∙ I have written your name on the palms of my hands. – Isaiah 49:16 Isaiah 49:13-16 13 The LORD has comforted his people and will have compassion on them in their suffering.14 Yet Jerusalem says, “The LORD has deserted us; the Lord has forgotten us.” 15 Never! Can a motherContinue reading “Can we be forgotten? ∙∙”

A fair hearing ∙∙

A fair hearing ∙∙ If they are planning and doing these things merely on their own, it will soon be overthrown. But if it is from God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God! – Acts 5:38-39 Acts 17:10-12 10 That very night, the believers sentContinue reading “A fair hearing ∙∙”

Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙

Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙ Will you stay mad at us forever? Will you remain angry throughout future generations? – Psalms 85:5 Psalms 85:1-11 1 LORD, you poured out blessings on your land! You restored the fortunes of Israel.2 You forgave the guilt of your people – yes, you covered all their sins.3 You held backContinue reading “Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙”

Gratitude matters ∙∙

Gratitude matters ∙∙ He who offers a sacrifice of thanksgiving honors Me. – Psalms s 50:23 Psalms s 50:8-15 8 I have no complaint about your sacrifices or the burnt offerings you constantly offer. 9 But I do not need the bulls from your barns or the goats from your pens. 10 For all theContinue reading “Gratitude matters ∙∙”