EPHESIANS 4:1-6 I read the story of a man who was trapped on an island and subsequently found. He was questioned by his rescuers regarding the three huts they had seen. “This one is my home, and that one is my church,” he said, pointing to each building. “The third hut,” he continued, “Was my former church.” … [Read more…]
ROMANS 16:1-16 Some individuals believe that the word “helper” has inferior connotation. A trained teacher’s class is supported by a classroom helper. On the work, helpers provide assistance to skilled bricklayers, plumbers, and electricians. They might be thought to be of less value since they lack the same level of professional expertise. To complete the work, … [Read more…]
JUDGES 21:25 When something did not go her way, Joy became irritated with her friend and said cruel things to her. Then she completely ignored the Holy Spirit when He reminded her of a passage in the Bible that instructed us to act in a loving and compassionate manner. Was the emotional pain she was … [Read more…]
LEVITICUS 4:1-3 A man was driving when he accidentally entered the wrong traffic lane. A picture of his license plate was taken, and a ticket was mailed to him. He was upset that despite his unintended transgression, he would still have to pay a fine. Even an unintentional violation of God’s commands was viewed very seriously … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 10:19-25 When they took first and second place in the men’s 100-meter and 200-meter races at the 2012 London Olympics, Yohan Blake and Usain Bolt of Jamaica made history. Despite their competition on the track, Bolt praised Blake for being a training companion. It was obvious that the two encouraged one another to reach … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 11:8-13 Someone once stated that he preferred reading stories rather than watching them in movies. “I can spend as much time as I want with a book,” he claimed. Whatever our preference, there is something wonderful about savouring a book for as long as we like, even the Bible and its stories! Nineteen people are mentioned … [Read more…]
JUDGES 3:7-11 Reading through the Book of Judges can occasionally remind one of reading about superheroes from comic books because of the wars and powerful fighters it contains. Samson, Deborah, Barak, and Gideon are mentioned. Othniel is also featured among the judges (or deliverers). The narrative of his life is short and simple (Judges 3:7-11). No fuss. … [Read more…]
JOHN 14:8-12 A young boy was drawing a portrait of God, according to a story I once heard. “You cannot do that – nobody knows what God looks like,” another boy said as he glanced over his shoulder. “They will once I finish,” the boy replied. People ask questions like: What is God like? Is He good? Is … [Read more…]
LUKE 1:5-17 God occasionally answers our requests slowly, which is difficult for us to comprehend. Zachariah found it difficult to accept the news that his wife Elizabeth would give birth to a son when the angel Gabriel revealed it to him. He had obviously prayed to God for a child for many years. Gabriel’s message was difficult for … [Read more…]
ROMANS 14:13 Romans 14 and 1 Corinthians 8 both speak of not causing others to stumble. Paul discusses moral convictions and our obligation to other Christians in these chapters. He talked about a number of issues that divide believers, including food, drink, and sacred days. During Paul’s days, the conflicts mostly centered on the new freedom … [Read more…]
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