LUKE 22:39-51 Jazz musician Herbie Hancock was given the opportunity to join Miles Davis’ already-renowned quintet early in his career. Hancock acknowledged being anxious in an interview but said it was a beautiful experience since Davis was so nurturing. At one concert, Hancock misplayed the chord as Davis was getting close to the peak of his … [Read more…]
NEHEMIAH 6:1-9, 15 Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore’s first prime minister, is credited with shaping the country into what it is today. Under his leadership, Singapore became one of the most developed countries in Asia, becoming rich and prosperous. During his many years of public service, he was asked if he ever felt like giving up when … [Read more…]
REVELATION 19:4-9 I have participated in a number of wedding ceremonies. Each wedding has been distinctive and often prepared in accordance with the bride’s dreams. But one thing consistently holds true: brides steal the stage when they are dressed out in their wedding gowns, with perfectly styled hair and glowing faces. God’s description of the church … [Read more…]
LUKE 10:38-42 I come across an alarming number of distracted drivers when I am driving. While trying to control a car, people are frequently talking on the phone or texting, but I have also seen them reading the newspaper, applying makeup, and even eating a bowl of cereal! Distractions can occasionally be brief and harmless. They … [Read more…]
GENESIS 3:1-10 The sound of their parents’ car frightened the two teenage boys. How do they intend to explain the disarray inside the home? No parties, no rowdy guests, had been their father’s clear instruction that morning before he and their mother left town. However, despite their father’s warning, the lads permitted the unruly friends to … [Read more…]
2 TIMOTHY 3:1-5,10-17 Experts make predictions about a variety of subjects, including the economy, politics, and weather, at the start or conclusion of the year. War or peace: which will it be? Wealth or deprivation? Stagnation or advancement? Many want to believe that the upcoming year will be better than this one, but no one can … [Read more…]
2 CORINTHIANS 5:18-6:2 Three beeps are heard. Commuters were warned that the train door was about to close by the warning sound and flashing lights. Nevertheless, a few people who were running late made a wild dash across the platform and boarded the train. On one of them, the door slammed shut. Thank goodness it bounced … [Read more…]
ISAIAH 7:10-15 There are several notable baby boy births in the Bible. The firstborn after creation was Cain. The future of Israel depended on Isaac. Samuel was the fulfillment of a mother’s earnest prayer. All were really significant and joyfully anticipated. And all were described by the writers of Scripture in a similar way: we are … [Read more…]
DEUTERONOMY 4:1-9 To ensure that their possessions will be used for a good cause after their earthly lives are over, people create trusts, wills, and foundations. Taking excellent care of our life story is just as crucial. In addition to teaching their children God’s commands, God told the Israelites to make sure their offspring were aware … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 1:18-25 Happy New Year once again! We find ourselves in the period leading up to Christmas, known as Advent. Our hearts and minds are prepared for Christmas, which commemorates the birth of the Lord during the Advent season. Joseph’s significance in the Christmas narrative eluded me for most of my life. He made up his mind … [Read more…]
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