Oct 21
2017
Conscience: Good or Bad?
The one whose conscience no longer functions is not content to merely destroy himself, but he seeks to bring down others with him.
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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.
Keep ReadingLearning to Relish Isaiah
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.
Keep ReadingLuke: the unlikely gospel writer
If 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 ReadingWhen Kingdoms Fall
Kingdoms 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 ReadingLearning Contentment; Awaiting Glory
Our readings this week show that nothing in this world will ever completely satisfy us. But there is One who does fill our souls.
Keep ReadingGood Lessons from Bad Kingdoms
Ever 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 ReadingThe Joy of Being in Christ
It 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 ReadingReflections on Reading Poetry and Proverbs
Mary 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 ReadingDavid as King
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.
Keep ReadingOct 20
2017
God’s Plan; Our Part
God is working out a plan to redeem His elect people from all the nations of the earth. It will succeed. Do you know your part in this grand plan?
Oct 19
2017
The Meaning and Purpose of Life
In God, we see our lives are not a result of random molecules coming together, but we are chosen by Him and for Him. We have meaning and purpose.
Oct 18
2017
What God Wants
God needs nothing from us. Everything we have comes from Him and belongs to Him. But there is something He wants from us. Does He find it in you?
Oct 17
2017
Don’t Put Out the Fire of the Spirit
Christians, beware! Although our relationship with God is secure, we can act in ways that seriously jeopardize our fellowship with the Holy Spirit.
Oct 16
2017
Sin--Why We Can’t See God
Sin is what blocks us from seeing and hearing God. He calls us to holiness, but we disobey especially in the area of sexual purity and love toward others.
Oct 15
2017
Distress and Comfort
The Christian rests in his relationship to God through Christ and finds comfort when the spiritual state of those he loves distresses him.
Oct 14
2017
The Victory of the Gospel
Will the gospel win the victory? God’s word--though ignored, thwarted, ridiculed, and opposed--will always triumph. He guarantees it.
Oct 13
2017
The Extent of Salvation
How far does salvation extend? God saves people completely and He saves them everywhere--from every tribe and tongue and nation to the ends of the earth.
Oct 12
2017
Life Under Surveillance
Believers are under surveillance, and they are called to live so that neither their lifestyle nor their speech enable disbelief by others.