JUDGES 6:11–16, 24 Gideon received a divine message from the Lord in the middle of the workday. The angel declared that the Lord was with him, but Gideon was curious about why everything happened to his people, questioning why it seemed that God had forgotten about His people (Judges 6:12–13). God did not answer Gideon’s question about … [Read more…]
ISAIAH 53:9–12 Our daughter shed tears as we bid farewell to my parents, who had visited us. As I comforted her, my wife remarked, “I am afraid that is the price of love.” Though we may experience the agony of being parted from our loved ones, Jesus experienced the most extreme form of separation when He … [Read more…]
MARK 15:19–20, 33–39 There is a large cross in front of the altar at the church I attend. It is a representation of the original cross on which Jesus died, the point at which His holiness and our sin collided. God let His sinless Son die there in order to atone for all of our transgressions, … [Read more…]
LUKE 23:32–34 He experienced deep pain and anger after a friend betrayed him, leading him to question his ability to forgive. Despite forgiving, he still felt hurt and resentment. One day, God answered his prayers and allowed him to let go completely and finally be free. Jesus extended forgiveness during His death on the cross. He showed … [Read more…]
PSALM 148:1–6 Over the Gulf of Mexico, the sun was setting. Many people, mainly strangers, flocked to the shore to see this occurrence. Just as the sun descended completely behind the horizon, the audience broke out in applause. The book of Psalms shows that people respond to nature’s beauty by praising its Creator, as seen in Psalm … [Read more…]
2 CORINTHIANS 2:14–16 A charming tale about visiting a little village in Dover, England, is recounted by author Rita Snowden. One afternoon, while sipping a cup of tea outside a café, she noticed a lovely aroma. When Rita inquired about its source, a waiter informed her that it was the people she could see walking by. … [Read more…]
JOHN 20:24–31 Lew Wallace’s novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, published in 1880, is considered the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century. It tells the true story of Jesus and the fictional story of Judah Ben-Hur. The Gospels provide a glimpse into Jesus’ life, allowing us to witness His miracles, hear His words, … [Read more…]
LUKE 3:7–14; 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7 A pastor challenged his church to take their coats off and donate them to the needy. Despite the discomfort of the trip home during the winter, the act of giving coats to those in need helped warm up the season for many in need. This unsettling challenge exemplifies the power of … [Read more…]
GENESIS 12:1–9 John rented a tandem bike so that we could go on a ride together. I noticed that since I was at the back, his large shoulders were blocking my view of the road ahead. Our direction was only regulated by the front handlebars; mine supported my upper body only. I needed to have … [Read more…]
GENESIS 48:8–16 His son exclaimed, “I want my teacher for life!” when he had to switch classes at school. We had to assist him in realising that life requires changing teachers. Is there a relationship that can endure forever, we might wonder? Jacob, the patriarch, discovered a constant presence in his life after experiencing dramatic changes. … [Read more…]
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