Nov 30
2017
When Shame is Good
To experience shame for sin is a hopeful sign that repentance and faith in God are still possible. Do not fear feeling shame but rather not feeling it.
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Ezekiel shows us the stunning contrast of spiritual death and God's power. His life-giving power overcomes even hopeless death.
Keep ReadingIsaiah challenges us, but we can learn to relish this prophecy. Here's why and how to glean much from the prophet Jesus quoted frequently.
Keep ReadingIf we consider that the writer of the gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles was not Jewish but a Gentile and not a fisherman but a physician who never met Jesus in person (Colossians 4:14), we might expect his gospel to have a somewhat different flavor from the others. Our expectations will not be disappointed
Keep ReadingKingdoms fall. So what should we do? Wring our hands and weep? It happened to Israel and Judah. What can we learn from their history?
Keep ReadingOur readings this week show that nothing in this world will ever completely satisfy us. But there is One who does fill our souls.
Keep ReadingEver wonder why we read about the failed kings of Israel and Judah? Are there good lessons from bad kingdoms? Yes, indeed! Read on and see.
Keep ReadingIt is hard to exaggerate all the joy of life in Christ. Do you know what it means to be in Him? This theme runs through Paul's letters.
Keep ReadingMary and I recently took a drive through a scenic part of our rural Virginia county on a beautiful late Spring afternoon. We drove as slowly as was prudent in order to drink in the sights and smells of newly mowed hay fields, wildflowers and honeysuckle, cows and calves, sheep and goats, rolling hills and mountain peaks.
Keep ReadingThe Bible gives us a rather in depth look at the life of David. We are fortunate in this because there are many great lessons to learn from one whose life would otherwise be an enigma.
Keep ReadingOur emotions can be troublesome leading us down paths we later regret, but should we attempt to escape them? Or can they be redeemed by God for a good purpose?
Keep ReadingI hope you were able to complete our scheduled reading for last week in 1 Samuel 21-31 and Psalms 16-30.
Keep ReadingMany ask why certain occurrences happen. The Bible doesn't answer all our questions, but it does teach us what we need to know--that God is in control of the most personal details of human life as well as of the events at the highest levels of nations and empires.
Keep ReadingNov 30
2017
To experience shame for sin is a hopeful sign that repentance and faith in God are still possible. Do not fear feeling shame but rather not feeling it.
Nov 29
2017
The New Covenant brought a wonderful equality and calling in the Church unknown under the Old Covenant but created a tension we must maintain.
Nov 28
2017
The sufferings of Christ on the cross brought an end to the elaborate (but futile) Old Covenant sacrifices for sin and guilt. And they bring sinners to God.
Nov 27
2017
History displays the ongoing conflict between Christ and Satan, but do you know how the story ends? It will culminate in glory revealed.
Nov 26
2017
Honoring Christ by maintaining hope even in the midst of great trials and suffering, makes the Christian life a huge curiosity to unbelievers.
Nov 25
2017
God provided Someone to care for His people, but His identity was a surprise. Have you discovered Him? Is He the Shepherd of your soul?
Nov 24
2017
Seeing yourself correctly is important but here we meet someone with an inflated view of himself. Is your view of yourself clear and accurate?
Nov 23
2017
God’s wrath is coming in judgment. Whom do you think will be found in trouble? The objects of His wrath and judgment might surprise you.
Nov 22
2017
It behooves every human being to learn humility before God. We can find a horrible example in the history of one nation that learned the hard way.
Nov 21
2017
There are two kinds of wisdom. They are very different. Which kind do you have? Learn how you can distinguish between them.
Nov 20
2017
Those who trust in the Man who stood in the breach should be filled with humility and gratitude which is evidenced by mercy and impartiality toward others.
Nov 19
2017
The reason God saves has nothing to do with the worthiness or performance of those He saves. So why does He do it? He makes His purposes clear.
Nov 18
2017
While there’s life, there’s hope, but there’s also danger. Will you be ending well? Here is an exhortation for all of us.
Nov 17
2017
God never lets us go. But what if we sin, grievously? Does He still hold on to us? His Word gives us a clear and certain answer.
Nov 16
2017
Every disciple of Jesus Christ should aim to please God and to be commended by Him at the end of this age. Every other award pales in significance.
Nov 15
2017
God is pleased with those who turn away from arrogant unbelief and trust Him even though death overtakes them still waiting.
Nov 14
2017
Modern Man often misrepresents God as being all love and forgiveness, but, beware, for the Bible reveals a holy Judge who hates the sin we find comfortable.
Nov 13
2017
The gospel teaches us that we can draw near to God confidently because Jesus Christ bore the punishment for our sins. That's why the good news so good.
Nov 12
2017
Although never perfect in this life, Christians will necessarily find sweetness in God’s Word and anticipate Jesus Christ's return. Are these traits yours?
Nov 11
2017
The destruction of Jerusalem brought inconsolable grief, a deep longing for the good, old days, but God had something new and far better planned.
Nov 10
2017
Fallen humanity needed a priest to intercede before God, but only the perfect and eternal priesthood of the Son of God would prove effective.
Nov 9
2017
Biblical history shows that when God makes a vow, He swears by Himself for there is nothing and no one greater. It will be done. Always.
Nov 8
2017
Jesus Christ is the High Priest of a new, everlasting covenant that will never be forgotten. His ministry brings eternal salvation to all who obey Him.
Nov 7
2017
God’s people can have confidence in the midst of any kind of trial, because He keeps His hand upon them and uses the worst circumstances for good.
Nov 6
2017
Our enemy, Satan, never shows us the truth. Do you know how he uses a deceptive tactic we see in sports? Learn how he persists in confusing those he traps.
Nov 5
2017
Few set out intentionally to disobey God, to defy His commands and ignore His truth, but many a drifter can be lost by carelessly neglecting His Word.
Nov 4
2017
The reign of Jesus Christ, unlike that of Zedekiah, is founded on righteousness and will endure forever--the kingdom to which all God’s people belong.
Nov 3
2017
All authority comes from God, so it must be used in God-honoring ways. Here we have contrasting examples of men in authority.
Nov 2
2017
Those who find God’s forgiveness and restoration always recognize two things: their own sinful unworthiness, and God’s loving kindness.
Nov 1
2017
God demonstrates that works--to be good--must be done with good attitudes of delight and enthusiasm never begrudgingly. And He commands that we do the same.