[:en]There are times in our lives when the Lord will smooth our our rough edges. He may use the sharp word between friends as iron sharpening iron. King Solomon wrote in Proverbs his wisdom about relationship. “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” (Ps. 27:17) The process may be hurting but the Lord… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/26/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 20[:]
[:en]The Empty Tomb (vs. 1-9) May Magdalene went to the tomb early in the morning and saw the stone of the tomb removed. She ran to tell Simon Peter and John that Jesus was no longer there. The disciples also ran to the tomb. When they went inside, they saw and believed. (v. 8) Jesus… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 20[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/28/18)[:]
[:en]Friends are important in our lives. That is why there are may Bible verses that mention about friends: “A man of many companions may come to ruin but there is a friend who stick close than a brother” (Prov. 18:24) “Greater love has no one than this: that he lay down his life for his… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/28/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 19[:]
[:en]Jesus Sentenced to be Crucified (vs. 1-16) Jesus was being flogged, a twisted crown of thorn was put in His head and a purple robe was being clothed. Then they struck him in the face. When Jesus was brought before Pilate,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 19[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 18[:]
[:en]Jesus Arrested (vs. 1-11) After praying, Jesus left with His disciples and crossed the Kidron valley. Judas, accompanied with a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and Pharisees. Thjey carried with them torches, lantersn and weapons to arrest Jesus. When they were searching for Jesus of Nazareth, He boldly answered: “I… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 18[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 17[:]
[:en]Jesus Prays for Himself (vs. 1-5) Jesus prayed to the Father to restore Him the original place of honor and authority he had before the world began. Jesus Prays for His Disciples (vs. 6-19) Jesus prayed for His disciples to be united, to be protected, to be joyful and to be sanctified by His Holy… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 17[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/25/18)[:]
[:en]A test match in the game of cricket can be grueling. Competitors play from 11 A.M.to 6 P.M. with lunch and tea breaks, but the games can last up to five days. It is a test of endurance as well as skill. The test we face in life is challenging. The long search for a… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/25/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/23/18)[:]
[:en]What can fear do to you? It paints a picture of helplessness and hopelessness. It steals your peace and concentration. What are you fearful about? Loss of job, failure of business, broken relationship, health of our love ones, safety of our family. Whenever fear and worries strike, read David’s prayer in Psalm 34: “I sought… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/23/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/24/18)[:]
[:en]The harsh Russian winter was the cause of Napoleon’s defeat in Russia 200 years ago. One specific problem was that of the “HORSESHOE”. The horses that carried the supplies slipped on icy roads because they were wearing summer horseshoes. The failure of supplies reduced his 400,000 strong army to 10,000. The slip and unawareness of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/24/18)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/22/18)[:]
[:en]We are called “Human Race” because we are always racing after time. Each day, we have work to do, appointments to keep, people to care for, obligations to fulfill, meetings to attend, etc. Many of us are rushing from one matter to another. When the apostles gathered around Jesus, He said to them, “Come with… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/22/18)[:]