[:en]TIMELESS SAVIOR When the Jewish religious leaders challenged the identity of Jesus, He answered: “Before Abraham was born, I am” (John 8:58) Jesus was not referring to a chronological age but as actually claiming to be eternal by taking the ancient name of God “I am” (Exo. 3:14). His bold assertion shocked those who were… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/29/19)[:]
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[:en] ALWAYS LOVED, ALWAYS VALUED Paul knew that all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28). So when faced with persecution and even death, he was firm in His faith knowing that “neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/28/19)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Peter 2[:]
[:en]Newborn bebies need milk for nourishment and growth. Believers also need pure spiritual milk – the Word of God to grow up in salvation and become mature Christtians. THE LIVING STONE AND A CHOSEN PEOPLE (vs. 4-12) Peter portrayed the church as a living spiritual temple with Christ as the foundation and cornerstone, and each… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Peter 2[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Peter 1[:]
[:en]1 Peter was written by Peter to the Jewish Christians who were driven out of Jerusalem and scattered through Asia Minor, Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, Bithynia and all believers everywhere. His purpose was to give comfort and hope to the Christians who were being persecuted for believing and obeying Jesus. He urged them to continue… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Peter 1[:]
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[:en]UNSEEN HEROES When the Amalekites attacked the Israelites, Moses went to the top of the hill. When Moses raised his hands, the Israelites would win the battle, and when he lowered them, the Amalekites would win. There are two people who held up Moses arms when Moses got tired. And they were: Aaron and Hur. … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/27/19)[:]
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[:en]ALL TOO HUMAN Paul in Romans 7 wrote about how he struggled with sin. He said: “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do, I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/26/19)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from James 5[:]
[:en]WARNING TO RICH OPPRESSORS (vs. 1-6) James warned about the evil effects of loving money. It causes some people to oppress others by hoarding wealth and not paying their workmen accordingly. Poor laborers borrowed money and could not pay their debts. They were either thrown in prison or forced to sell all their possessions. Sometimes,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from James 5[:]
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[:en]THUNDER & LIGHTNING When lightning flushes and thunder rolls, it produce voltage and percussion. The earth and everything in it tremble and shock. “The voice of the Lord stikes with flushes of lightning. His word speaks with stupendous irresistible power. The Lord gives strength to His people. The Lord blesses His people with peace. (Ps.… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/25/19)[:]
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[:en]THUNDER & LIGHTNING When lightning flushes and thunder rolls, it produces voltage and percussion. The earth and everything in it trembles and shocks. “The voice of the Lord strikes with flushes of lightning. His word speaks with stupenduos irrestible power. The Lord gives strength to His people. The Lord blesses His people with peace (Ps.… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/25/19)[:]
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[:en]NOT IN VAIN Life is full of uncertainties. We can never know in advance what the future outcome will be. The career that we choose, the money that we invest, the business that we engage, the decisions that we make all involve risks. However, Paul gave believers this advice: “Therefore my dear brothers and sisters,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (1/24/19)[:]