[:en]Scripture Reading: Matthew 9:14-17 Biblical Truth: The old rigid legalistic system of religion focuses on self-denial and fasting as what the Pharisees were doing. But Jesus came with a new message that He came to earth to offer forgiveness of sins and reconciliation with God. Personal Application: The gospel message is to repent and follow… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/24/17)[:]
Author: Josephine Yu
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/24/17)[:]
[:en]There are people bullying others but one one cares to help. That often makes bullies more brazen leading them to intensify their measures. It heightens the embarrassment, false shame and loneliness of the victim. Jesus himself experienced being bullied. He was arrested without fault, beaten and mocked. All his disciples deserted him and fled (Mat.… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/24/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/23/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Psalm 119:89-138 Biblical Truth: What are the benefits of God’s words? It is a source of delight and joy (v. 92) – God’s word enables me to overcome stress and life challenges. It gives me more insights and understanding (v. 99-100) It keeps my feet from every evil path. (v. 101) It is… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/23/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/23/17)[:zh]T[:]
[:en] the Israelites crafted an idol in gold or silver and made it their god to ask for help, comfort and protection. That idol cannot see, hear, speak but they still worshiped it. Let us remember that we have limitations of anything we make for ourselves. Nothing we have made or bought for ourselves can… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/23/17)[:zh]T[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Psalm 8[:]
[:en]The Psalm spoke of the wonders of God’s creation – the sun, moon, stars and human beings. He asked this important question: “What is man that you are mindful of him the sons of man that you came for him? (vs. 4-5) Our value is determined by God. We are important to Him because: He… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 8[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Psalm 7[:]
[:en]This Psalm is a prayer of one who is facing criticisms, persecution and injustice. It gives insights on how to deal with it. Take refuge in God (vs. 1-2) Be willing to accept correction (vs. 3-5) Trust in God’s judgment (vs. 8-11) Repent and turn from evil (vs. 12-16). When you are facing injustice, trust… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 7[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Psalm 6[:]
[:en]The troubles that the Psalmist encountered: Sin (v. 1) Sickness (v. 2) Suffering (v. 3) Sadness (v. 6) Sorrow (v. 7) Evildoers (v. 8) Enemies (v. 10) But at the end, the psalmist said: “The Lord had heard my cry for mercy. The Lord accepts my prayer” (v. 9) We are assured by God that… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 6[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Psalm 5[:]
[:en]They key messages of this Psalm: A loving God hears us (vs. 1-3) A righteous God abhors evil (vs. 4-6) A faithful God leads us (vs. 7-8) A caring God gives judgments (vs. 9-10)( A mighty God protects us (vs. 11-12) [:]
[:en]Thoughts from Psalm 4[:]
[:en]David was asking God to give him relief from distress and help him deal with inner turmoil. (v. 1). He has the total assurance that the Lord will hear him. (v. 3). He faced his anger honestly without sinning by offering right sacrifices and trusting in the Lord. (v. 5) As a result, he was… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 4[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/22/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Matthew 9:9-13 Biblical Truth: The Jews despised tax collectors because they work for the Romans and many of them made a living by charging higher taxes than required and keeping the extra for themselves. So when Jesus called Matthew, a tax collector, they criticized him for associating with sinners. But Jesus said: “It… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/22/17)[:]