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…]
1 PETER 1:17-21 They recently bought a new pair of boots for their 2-year-old son. He wore them till it was time for bed because he was so excited. But the following day, he put on his old sneakers and completely forgot about the boots. “I wish he knew how much things cost,” his father said. The … [Read more…]
MARK 9:14-27 Stephen replied, “I do not even believe in God, and I am not going.” His mother fought with the lump in her throat as she swallowed. Her once-happy son has transformed into a rude and rebellious youth. Due to Stephen’s refusal to accompany the family to church, Sunday had turned into a day to … [Read more…]
JAMES 3:1-12 Animals in the wild can now be trained by humans. Every species of animal, including birds, reptiles, and sea creatures, has been tamed by humans, as the apostle James made very plain (3:7). However, there is something we cannot control. A tiny thing called the tongue is something that we all struggle to manage. … [Read more…]
JEREMIAH 17:1-8 The long trail that leads to Kelvin’s house winds across a dry and desolate terrain. You cannot help but notice the striking strip of green trees and colourful plants winding across the ranch as you approach his house. The best trout river in the country runs through the land, providing an endless supply … [Read more…]
JAMES 1:19-27 How frequently do you look at yourself in a mirror? According to certain research, the average person glances in the mirror 8–10 times every day. Others claim that if looking at our reflections on smart phone screens and store windows is included, we may do so approximately 60 to 70 times per day. Why do … [Read more…]
GENESIS 39:1-6, 20-23 A common greeting at Chinese New Year is “may all things happen according to your will.” Even if it sounds very good, things work out best when God’s will, rather than mine, prevails. If given the option, Joseph would not have chosen to become an Egyptian slave. He was “successful” despite his captivity because … [Read more…]
EPHESIANS 2:1-10 After being ruled legally dead, can a man still claim to be alive? When a man who had been reported missing for more than 25 years turned up in fine health, the question gained attention on a global scale. He was unemployed, abusing drugs, and severely behind on his child support payments at … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 22:21-31 Did you know that there are more microbes on one of your hands than there are people on the planet? or that a needle’s eye could hold millions of microbes? Despite being too small for humans to detect without a microscope, these one-celled, living organisms can be found in the air, soil, water, … [Read more…]
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