Aug 5
2017
Why did Christ Die?
There are several correct answers to "why did Christ die?" but one very wrong answer is "so we may sin freely." Here is an important correct answer.
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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 ReadingAug 4
2017
When the Prosperity Gospel Goes Bankrupt
The prosperity gospel teaches "Believe in Jesus and you will have health and wealth." But many of us find this isn't true. What then?
Aug 3
2017
Praise and Faith When All Seems Lost
Praise of God and growth in faith build on each other. Praise builds faith and faith fuels praise even when all seems lost.
Aug 2
2017
Shut Mouths; Believing Hearts
God's Law and Christ's Gospel combine to change us from arrogant unbelievers to grateful disciples--people with shut mouths and believing hearts.
Aug 1
2017
When the Church is Full of Hypocrites
God blesses His people so that they shine as a light to the world and the nations come to Him in faith. But what if believers are hypocrites?
Jul 31
2017
Two Ways to Live --Your Choice
Mankind is divided into two lifestyle groups according to a basic issue of world view. Both are vividly contrasted in today’s readings. Which one is you?
Jul 30
2017
Flee to the Banner
Would a soldier in dire straits not flee to the banner raised by his commander? Not likely. So why do some refuse to flee to the banner of Christ's gospel?
Jul 29
2017
When Theory Becomes Reality
Head knowledge and theory are necessary but when it comes to knowing God there is nothing like years of real life experience.
Jul 28
2017
Contagious Confidence
Not everything contagious is bad. Here we learn how confidence in the Lord in times of trial is contagious. Spread the germs.
Jul 27
2017
Sunless Days and Starless Nights
How can you tell your faith is unshaken in a storm with sunless days and starless nights? Today's reading gives a means to test the quality of your faith.