PSALM 73 One of President Lincoln’s associates expressed his gratitude to God for being on the Union’s side during the American Civil War. “Sir, my greatest concern is to be on God’s side, for God is always right,” Lincoln retorted. “My concern is not whether God is on our side.” What a big challenge … [Read more…]
PSALM 23 One sheep went off a cliff in Istanbul, Turkey, in 2005, and then nearly 1,500 others did likewise! About one-third of them eventually died. Sheep follow other sheep in the herd aimlessly since they don’t know which way to go. Sheep are the best word picture to describe the need for a reliable leader in … [Read more…]
1 TIMOTHY 6:6-10 Fifty-two percent of traders, brokers, investment bankers, and other financial sector professionals responded to an online survey, and they either admitted to engaging in unlawful conduct or thought they might have to in order to succeed. These financial leaders “have lost their moral compass,” according to the survey’s findings, and “accept corporate wrongdoing … [Read more…]
Acts 16:9-34 Have you ever found yourself in a tight spot? Like in the park while you are waiting for a taxi? That can get a little irritating. But what if you spent the entire day stranded in an airport in a completely different country? In any case, airports can be boring. But for … [Read more…]
JOSHUA 3:9-17 Jane was learning to feel at ease in the water as a non-swimmer. With arms extended, her instructor was waiting for her in the water. Will you catch me? I could see her hesitating as I watched. What would happen if I lost consciousness? It is possible that the Israelites were unsure … [Read more…]
ROMANS 16:1-16 In your church, who is watching out for you? Are there seasoned Christians who can pray for you, guide you, and impart wisdom from their experiences? When I was a teenager, Uncle Isaac served as that figure for me. He took chances for me in addition to instructing me and responding to my inquiries. He … [Read more…]
LUKE 10:38-42 I was once waiting for a bus when a bystander who spotted me reading my Bible began to tell me about his life before he came to know Jesus. He said, “I was consumed with myself.” I afterwards discovered Jesus. I listened as he gave me a rundown of the adjustments he had made to … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 11:1-10 The Israelites frequently complained against Moses when they faced challenges (see Exodus 16:2; 17:3; Numbers 14:2; 16:41; 20:3). Three days after leaving Egypt, they made their first complaint (Exodus 15:22–24). Many Israelites listened to complaints for a long period of time, which had a bad impact on them. God was angered by … [Read more…]
PROVERBS 30:1-9 A business owner who won $314 million in a lottery had admirable goals. He desired to establish a philanthropic organization, hire back those who had been laid off, and provide for his family. He told reporters that despite his significant achievements, he would remain himself. A follow-up report published a few years later revealed a … [Read more…]
PHILIPPIANS 2:12-18 Following the Underground Railroad, a term for the secret passageways from the South to the North and the abolitionists who assisted them along the way, escaped slaves were able to find freedom prior to the American Civil War (1861–1865). Slaves would travel long distances at night while staying on course by tracing … [Read more…]
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