Snap judgments ∙∙ The one who states his case first seems right until the other comes and examines him. – Proverbs 18:17 1 Kings 3:16-28 Two women came to the king to have an argument settled. “Please, my lord,” one of them began, “this woman and I live in the same house. I gave birthContinue reading “Snap judgments ∙∙”
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Conscience, Our Inner Judge ∙∙
Conscience, Our Inner Judge ∙∙ The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith. – 1 Timothy 1:5 Romans 2:14-15 14 Even Gentiles, who do not have God’s written law, show that they know his law when theyContinue reading “Conscience, Our Inner Judge ∙∙”
Depart from Me, for I Am a Sinful Man ∙
Depart from Me, for I Am a Sinful Man ∙ When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. – Luke 5:8 Isaiah 6:1-8 “I saw the Lord. He was sitting on a lofty throne, and the train of his robeContinue reading “Depart from Me, for I Am a Sinful Man ∙”
Deliberate Ignorance ∙∙
Deliberate Ignorance ∙∙ They tell the seers, “Stop seeing visions!” They tell the prophets, “Don’t tell us what is right. Tell us nice things. Tell us lies. – Isaiah 30:10 2 Timothy 2:14-16 14 Remind everyone about these things, and command them in God’s presence to stop fighting over words. Such arguments are useless, andContinue reading “Deliberate Ignorance ∙∙”