Mar 11
2017
Watchfulness: good and bad
Jesus said be watchful for His return. Moses warned against a bad watchfulness that leads to sinful disobedience. Do you know the difference?
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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 ReadingMar 10
2017
Worship: True and Biblical
Christians differ on the proper way to do corporate worship. But we can all agree that it is a matter of utmost importance. God's glory is at stake.
Mar 9
2017
Not Far from the Kingdom of God
Jesus told a scribe that he was not far from the kingdom of God. What made Him say this? Would Jesus say that about you? Learn more in today's reading.
Mar 8
2017
Warning! Dangerous Road Ahead
The Bible gives many examples both positive and negative for our instruction. In today's reading we can learn much from two bad examples.
Mar 7
2017
Keeping Your Soul
Spiritual leaders give careful instructions and urgent warnings to their disciples. Moses did. Jesus did. Will we learn from them?
Mar 6
2017
The Grace of God to All Nations
Jesus echoed the prophets when He rebuked the abuses in the temple during His day. God shows His grace to all the nations and Jesus made this clear.
Mar 5
2017
Law and Grace: a contrast
For the guilty there was no mercy in Moses' law, but Jesus came bringing grace and giving His life as a ransom. What a great contrast between law and grace!
Mar 4
2017
The Obedient Life: Cost and Rewards
Through the ages, God's people learn that great blessing comes through being obedient to Him no matter the cost. May we learn this today.
Mar 3
2017
A Warning about Causing People to Sin
God will not overlook the evil of causing others, especially His people and little children, to sin. Here is a serious warning to heed.
Mar 2
2017
Can we trust the Bible?
In the era of fake news do you wonder if you can trust the Bible? Here is evidence for the book that claims to be the inerrant Word of the Eternal God.