LUKE 24:44–53 The gods’ actions in the heavens above impacted the earth below, according to the Roman mythology of Jesus’ day. Thunderbolts were released whenever Zeus became angry. The ancient formula was, “As above, so below.” However, Jesus had a habit of reversing this. As below, so above, He taught. When a believer prays, God responds. Angels … [Read more…]
MARK 6:50 What happens when you are afraid? Does your heart race? Do you get out of breath easily? Fear makes our bodies react in various ways that keep us from being able to disregard our worries and stress. I presume such feelings were felt by Jesus’ disciples the night after He fed over 5,000 people … [Read more…]
1 PETER 5:5-9 Ships were frequently overloaded in the nineteenth century, resulting in their sinking and the loss of their crews at sea. To prevent ships from becoming overburdened, a British politician named Samuel Plimsoll introduced a legislation in 1875 that required every ship to bear a distinctive marking on both sides. This mark had … [Read more…]
1 PETER 1:1-9 Trinity Sunday is observed by several christian denominations. Why take into account such a difficult doctrine as the Trinity when we have so many practical, everyday issues to deal with? Well, we can’t fully comprehend the truth of our salvation unless we have a basic understanding of the Trinity. The roles of the Father, … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 6:5-15 Two well-known men spoke at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery dedication in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on November 19, 1863. Former congressman, governor, and president of Harvard University, Edward Everett, was the keynote speaker. Regarded as one of history’s finest orators, he delivered a two-hour formal address. President Abraham Lincoln delivered a two-minute speech after him. Today, Lincoln’s … [Read more…]
PSALM 59 The terror attack on Pentecost Sunday (June 5, 2022) at Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, in South-West Nigeria, opened a new chapter in Nigeria’s bleak security condition. The terrorists strategically chose a church and a place in southern Nigeria to demonstrate that their reach extended beyond the north, as had been … [Read more…]
PSALM 40:1-3 Waiting is a difficult task. We wait in line at the supermarket, in traffic, and at the doctor’s office. We tweak our thumbs, suppress our yawns, and grumble to ourselves, frustrated. We wait for a message that never arrives, a wayward child to come back, or a spouse to completely change. We look forward … [Read more…]
PHILIPPIANS 1:3-14 We may feel as though we are failing on all fronts in life’s battles. Family conflicts, business disappointments, financial difficulties, or a breakdown in health can all contribute to a negative outlook on life. However, a Christian can always conclude, “Situation good.” Have a look at Paul. He was imprisoned for preaching the gospel, but … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 12:2 In the Southern Hemisphere, the Southern Cross is the most well-known and well-represented star group. Because of its brightness and near closeness to one another, the group’s characteristic shape is easily identified. Mariners and navigators have relied on it for direction and navigation through the seas since the 15th century. It may be viewed … [Read more…]
EPHESIANS 5:15-20 Interruptions are a common occurrence. Each day hardly goes according to plan. Issues and problems abound in life. Powers above our control regularly derail our arrangements. The list is vast and ever-evolving: Illness. Quarrel. There are traffic on the roads. Lack of concentration. There are issues with the appliances. Insensitivity. Incompetence. Agitation. Cowardice. The other end … [Read more…]
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