2 Samuel 12:5 New International Version (NIV) David burned with anger against the man and said to Nathan, “As surely as the Lord lives, the man who did this must die! For Meditation Have you noticed that when we harshly condemn another person’s failure, we may, more than likely, be caught in the throes of that same sin? Those of us … Continue reading You Are The Man!

Genesis 28:16 New International Version (NIV) When Jacob awoke from his sleep, he thought, “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it.” For Meditation It was nobody’s doing. Jacob had pushed himself out of the security of his father’s house. He was running from his brother, Esau. But, did he also think … Continue reading Surprised By God’s Manifest Presence

Luke 14:7 New International Version (NIV) When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable For Meditation I have always admired ladies and how they sit when wearing skirts, especially when facing an interviewer or an audience. With graceful care, they sit with crossed legs, usually … Continue reading The How of Life

Luke 18:3 New International Version (NIV) And there was a widow in that town who kept coming to him with the plea, ‘Grant me justice against my adversary.’ For meditation As soon as the ink dried on the paper, I knew it was the end of the matter. My brother was not going to send the … Continue reading Higher Ground in Prayer

Luke 24:27 New International Version (NIV) And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. For Meditation It’s interesting how easily our expectations can deceive us. We often look at things through our personal prisms, interpret them on the basis of our experiences, and build … Continue reading Redirected Minds

Luke 23:56 New Living Translation (NLT) Then they went home and prepared spices and ointments to anoint his body. But by the time they were finished the Sabbath had begun, so they rested as required by the law. For Meditation They did not think the opportunity would be there. Crucified criminals were often left on … Continue reading Prepared Hearts

Matthew 26:74 New International Version (NIV) Then he began to call down curses, and he swore to them, “I don’t know the man!” Immediately a rooster crowed. For Meditation Throughout his campaign, US President Donald Trump accused China of manipulating its currency to take advantage of the United States. But three months after his election, … Continue reading Talk Is Cheap!

Luke 22:44 New International Version (NIV) And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground. For Meditation They were not tears of joy. Check the account of the Hebrews writer and see what was going on. “During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, … Continue reading Anguished Soul