Genesis 3:6 New International Version (NIV) When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. For Meditation In 2008, the world … Continue reading A Joyful Discovery at Christmas
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The Reason for Christmas
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
The Deceived and Confused Youth
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
The Molested And Neglected Child
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
A Woman of Worth and Grace
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
The Superhero Facade
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
Fleeing Empty Religious Rules and Legalism
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
Wisdom from the Graveside
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
Celebrating the Goodness of the Lord
Photo by Gabriela Palai on Pexels.com Psalm 136:2-3, 26 New King James Version Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. Oh, give thanks to the God of gods!For His mercy endures forever.Oh, give thanks to the Lord of lords!For His mercy endures forever … Oh, give thanks to the God of heaven!For … Continue reading Celebrating the Goodness of the Lord
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 