A Reason for Christmas  1 Kings 16:30  New International Version  Ahab son of Omri did more evil in the eyes of the Lord than any of those before him.  For Meditation  A study of the Northern Kingdom of Israel offers fascinating insights into human nature and our need for Christ. The nation’s history becomes a grand picture of the … Continue reading The Reason for Christmas

Series: What Are We Doing To Ourselves (5) 2 Samuel 13:6-7 New International Version So Amnon lay down and pretended to be ill. When the king came to see him, Amnon said to him, “I would like my sister Tamar to come and make some special bread in my sight, so I may eat from … Continue reading The Deceived and Confused Youth

What Are We Doing To Ourselves? (Part 4) Psalm 127:3 New International Version Children are a heritage from the Lord,    offspring a reward from him. For Meditation A child, ignorant, naïve, fearful, yet trusting, needing protection. The parent is their best source of all these needs and support for growth. Mommy’s love is their best warmth and assurance, … Continue reading The Molested And Neglected Child

What Are We Doing To Ourselves (Part 3) 1 Samuel 25:31 New Living Translation Don’t let this be a blemish on your record. Then your conscience won’t have to bear the staggering burden of needless bloodshed and vengeance. And when the Lord has done these great things for you, please remember me, your servant!” For Encouragement Life … Continue reading A Woman of Worth and Grace

Series: What Are We Doing To Ourselves? (Part 2) 1 Kings 21:7 New International Version Jezebel his wife said, “Is this how you act as king over Israel? Get up and eat! Cheer up. I will get you the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite.” For Meditation Men often trap themselves with the myth of invulnerability, hiding … Continue reading The Superhero Facade

Series: What Are We Doing To Ourselves (Part 1) Colossians 2:23 New International Version Such regulations indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-imposed worship, their false humility and their harsh treatment of the body, but they lack any value in restraining sensual indulgence. For Encouragement These were serious individuals, with reputations that reached the … Continue reading Fleeing Empty Religious Rules and Legalism

1 Timothy 6:7-8 New International Version (NIV) For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. For meditation The scene was surreal. The last homes of the departed souls packed the grounds so tightly that movement was … Continue reading Wisdom from the Graveside

The Beauty of Nature 2 Samuel 13:20 New King James Version And Absalom her brother said to her, “Has Amnon your brother been with you? But now hold your peace, my sister. He is your brother; do not take this thing to heart.” So Tamar remained desolate in her brother Absalom’s house. For Encouragement We are killing … Continue reading What are We Doing to Ourselves?

Deuteronomy 31:6 New King James Version Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” For Encouragement It is fascinating to observe a little child’s absolute trust in his father in everything. The little kid believes … Continue reading Our Ever-Present God