Jul 26
2017
The Pompous Dead
A man, even a king, who lacks understanding of who God is and how one is saved from sin is no better than an animal. In today's reading, we have an example.
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God Will be Glorified
God rules over the whole earth. He is with His people at all times and no matter what overtakes them. Ultimately, He will be exalted by all.
Jul 24
2017
Now or Never: the procrastinator's dilemma
Procrastination is the lie we tell ourselves when we don't want to take important action or make a difficult decision. Here we see a classic procrastinator.
Jul 23
2017
God’s Providential Care
God's people suffer, sometimes justly and sometimes unjustly. Either way, they trust in Him to deliver them for further service or to take them to glory.
Jul 22
2017
Paul’s Tweet
Our chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. The godly believer focuses on this as life's circumstances range from monotonous to terrifying.
Jul 21
2017
When the Righteous are Afflicted
Isn't it illogical that the righteous suffer afflictions? Why wouldn’t God see that those who obey Him never suffer? Scripture enlightens those in the dark.
Jul 20
2017
The Limits of Wise Counsel
We must be careful to hear godly counsel while recognizing that even godly counsel is not infallible. Ultimately, we are responsible to obey God.
Jul 19
2017
The Prayer that Never Fails
Do you know the prayer that never fails? Paul knew it. David knew it. Jesus knew it. It is a prayer that God always answers.
Jul 18
2017
Ready to Die; Ready to Live
As a young Christian, I was told, “A man is not ready to live until he has something he will die for.” Here we meet two men who were ready to live.
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2017
The Best Encouragers
A friend who knows how to encourage is always a wonderful thing. But do you know what kind of person makes the best encourager?