Apr 27
2017
The Providence of God
God providence acts at all times in the lives of all people preserving, guiding, correcting, or punishing according to His wise counsels.
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Miracle in the Valley of Dry Bones
Ezekiel shows us the stunning contrast of spiritual death and God's power. His life-giving power overcomes even hopeless death.
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Isaiah challenges us, but we can learn to relish this prophecy. Here's why and how to glean much from the prophet Jesus quoted frequently.
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The 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.
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2017
Manipulative Leaders
The problem of devious leaders is not new. Is there nothing we can we do about manipulative leaders? No. We can do more than just complain.
Apr 25
2017
Authority: Rejected and Abused
Authority was an issue in David’s time and in Jesus’ day. In one case legitimate authority was abused and in the other legitimate authority was rejected.
Apr 24
2017
The Hidden Consequences of Sin
Sin presents itself as an appealing, beautiful fruit hiding its deadly consequences. Are you learning to detect those consequences?
Apr 23
2017
The God Who Surprises Us
God often surprises us by His decrees and His ways. Read on to find out how God stunned a king and a social outcast with His grace and mercy.
Apr 22
2017
The Cost of Following Christ
The one who would follow Christ must prepare himself to lose everything, even the most precious relationships in this world. Are you prepared?
Apr 21
2017
Prayer in the Face of Injustice
Injustice abounds in this world, but God gives His people prayer so that they may call upon Him rather than to lose heart.
Apr 20
2017
His Kingdom is Forever
No king and no kingdom have lasted for long. But we now know the identity of the King whose reign will last forever. Do you know Him?
Apr 19
2017
The Danger of Presumption
Presumption is behavior perceived as arrogant and disrespectful. Presumption may not be a common word, but today's reading shows it is a common failure.
Apr 18
2017
Heeding a Timely Warning
A person’s life and eternal destiny depends on a willingness to heed the warning. Here we see examples of one who heeded and one who refused.