[:en]WOUNDS FROM A FRIEND Charles Lowery complained to his friend about lower back pain. Instead of giving him advice on which doctor he should consult, he told him: “I don’t think your back pain is your problem; it is your stomach. Your stomach is so bing it’s pulling on your back”. Instead of being offended,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/10/18)[:]
Category: Daily Devotional Thoughts
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/9/18)[:]
[:en]THE GIFT OF ENCOURAGEMENT Joseph, a man from Cyprus, was among the early followers of Jesus. The apostles called him Barnabas, which means “son of encouragement”. He sold a piece of property and donated the money to help other believers in need. (Acts 4:36-37) Paul, later called Paul was a zealous Pharisee, who tried to… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/9/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/6/18)[:]
[:en]BE KIND AND COMPASSIONATE Paul wrote to the Ephesian church “Be kind and compassionate to one another. forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you” (Eph. 4:32) To be kind, one must not let unwholesome talk come out of his mouth. He must get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/6/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “OUr Daily Bread” (12/5/18)[:]
[:en]CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Each year, during Christmas season, Singapore’s tourist belt, Orchard Road, has light-up to attract tourist to spend at their stores. Shoppers come to enjoy the festivities, listen to choirs sing familar Christmas carols, and watch performers entertain. The first Christmas “light-up” was created by “the glory of the Lord that shone around”(Luke 2:9). … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “OUr Daily Bread” (12/5/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/4/18)[:]
[:en]THE TREASURE IN TOMB 7 In 1932, Mexican archaeologist Alfonso Caso discovered Tomb 7 at Monte Alban, Oaxaca. He founded more than 400 artifacts, including hundreds of pieces of pre-Hispanic jewery called “The Treasure of Monte Alban”. He was so excited to hold a jade cap in its purest form. There is a treasure more valuable… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/4/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/2/18)[:]
[:en]TALKING TO OURSELVES Sometimes without even knowing, we are talking to ourselves. The psalmist in Psalm 116:7 wrote: “Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you” In Psalm 103:1, David told himself: “Praise the Lord, my soul; all my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. And… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/2/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/3/18)[:]
[:en]FAITH AND DEEDS James said: “Faith without deeds is dead” (James 2:20). He urged the Jewish Christians to go beyond just listening to the Word of God but to put their beliefs into action. He wanted the believers to care for the needy, the widows, and the orphans. Let us put God’s word into action… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/3/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/1/18)[:]
[:en]THE GIFT OF LIGHT AND LIFE When Jesus was born, there was a shining star that gave bright light to the shepherds in the field. The wise men followed the star until they reach to see Jesus in person. As Christmas season is coming, it reminds us the Jesus, the Savior, gives the gift of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/1/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (11/30/18)[:]
[:en]HOW MUCH ARE YOU WORTH? iN 75 Bc, a young Roman nobleman named Julius Caesar was kidnapped by pirates and held for ransom. When they demanded 20 talents of silver in ransom (about $600k today), Caesar laughed and said they obviously had no idea who he was. He insisted they raise the ransom to 50… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (11/30/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (11/29/18)[:]
[:en]ARE YOU RICH? People are considered rich if they have money and material possessions. In Psalm 119, following God’s statutes, delighting in His decress and not neglecting His Word is considered receiving a fortune with great riches. God’s Word is the storehouse of wisdom and knowledge. His law gives wise instructions and advice. May we… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (11/29/18)[:]