PHILIPPIANS 2:1-5; EXODUS 38:8 Moses asked the skilled craftsman Bezalel to assist in creating the furnishings when he brought the children of Israel together to start construction on the tabernacle (Exodus 35–39). We are informed that several women were requested to donate their precious bronze mirrors in order for him to construct the bronze basin he … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 4:1-10 One desperate mother traded her vote for a bag of rice during an election. Taxes increased six months after her candidate won. Everything has gone up in price since then, including rice! Political corruption is not a recent phenomenon in nations all over the world. Corruption of the spirit is nothing new either. Jesus … [Read more…]
ROMANS 6:14-23; HEBREWS 12:14 People are frequently questioned in polls about their happiness, job satisfaction, and overall enjoyment of life. However, I have never seen a survey that posed the question, “Are you holy?” How would you respond to that question? Holiness is described as “separation for God and behaviour fit for people separated” in one bible dictionary. … [Read more…]
ROMANS 5:1-11 The enormous stone pillars of Stonehenge are one of the most visited tourist destinations in England. These enormous slabs of granite are a huge source of mystery as well. People visit Stonehenge yearly and wonder things like, “Why were they built?” Who is the author of this amazing engineering feat? Perhaps our … [Read more…]
LUKE 2:36-40 A man described two elderly women who received regular visits from him. One was financially secure, healthy for her age, and a homeowner. However, she always has something negative to say. The other is somewhat forgetful and disabled by arthritis. She keeps a reminder pad nearby so she will not forget her appointments, … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 21:1-11 People may become upset when they don’t receive the respect and regard they believe they are entitled to. Some shout angrily, “Do you know who I am?” You probably are not who you believe you are if you have to introduce yourself to people. In spite of the fact that He was nearing … [Read more…]
We can carefully choose our priorities for good reasons. However, there are instances when we may feel guilty or believe that we have fallen short on our religious path because we have not agreed to do more. Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 argues that wisdom, however, understands that everything in life has its proper season, whether it is human … [Read more…]
MARK 14:3-9 Timothy needed to buy his children some little presents. The gift shop employee gave several expensive suggestions. He remarked, “I need something lower.” The shopkeeper tried to convince him that he was being cheap. But he was confident that, no matter what he gave his children, they would be content with it since … [Read more…]
NEHEMIAH 4:1-10 The legendary boxer Muhammad Ali used a variety of ring strategies, including taunting, to overcome his opponents. Ali mocked George Foreman by saying, “Hit harder!” during their 1974 fight. “Show me something.” “George, I thought you were supposed to be bad.” Furiously punching when in a rage, Foreman wasted energy and lost faith. It … [Read more…]
MARK 14:10-21; ROMANS 5:8 The question, “Why did Jesus pick Judas to be one of His disciples?” was put to a clergyman. After giving the question much thought, he was unable to come up with a response. The even more perplexing question of “Why did He choose me?” he claimed, kept coming up. This is a question … [Read more…]
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