[:en]A righteous king should be like a shelter from the wind, a refuge from the storm, streams of water in the deserts and the shadow of great rock in a thirsty land. (vs. 1-2) The fools were ungodly and the scoundrels are wicked but the noble man made noble plans and deeds (vs. 3-8) The… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 32[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (10/09/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Job 21 Biblical Truth: Job refuted the claim of his friend Zophar that the wicked is being cut off from earth prematurely leaving no descendants. In reality, we see the wicked prosper and flourish. They enjoy wealth and are happy all the days of their lives. Yet inspire of this, Job still acknowledged… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (10/09/17)[:]
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[:en]Music is a universal language. It touches the senses and emotions of people and is appreciated in different ways. All believers are members of God’s orchestra. But we often hear only the music closest to us. When Job was suffering, all he heard was only sad notes. “Now those young men mock me in song. … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (10/09/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 31[:]
[:en]Judah went to Egypt for help. They trusted in the multitude of their chariots and in the great strength of their horsemen. (v. 1) But the Egyptians were only men, not God. (v. 3) The Lord asked them to return to Him (v. 6) because He will be the one to deliver them. (vs. 4-5)… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 31[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 30[:]
[:en]When Assyria invaded Judah, the leaders did not turn to God for help. Instead, they went to seek alliance with Egypt. But Egypt was helpless and useless because they brought only shame and disgrace (v. 5) Their high wall collapsed and were broken into pieces like pottery. (v. 14) But the gracious Lord heard and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 30[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Psalms 129 Biblical Truth” Psalms 129 is a recollection of all the sufferings that the people of Israel experienced at the hands of her enemies. It is also a declaration of God’s punishment to the evil done to Israel. Personal Application: When you have been wrong, it is God’s responsibility to exact vengeance … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (10/08/17)[:]
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[:en]A sister pinched his brother because he had said something mean to her. Then the brother grabbed her arm because she had pinched him. This pattern, which is common between children can show up in adult relationship too. One person offends another, and the hurt person shoots back a verbal blow. The original offender retaliates… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (10/08/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Philippians 4[:]
[:en]”Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice!” (v. 4) “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (vs. 6-7) “Finally,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Philippians 4[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Philippians 3[:]
[:en]”Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord!” (v. 1) “But whatever was to my profit, I now consider loss for the sake of Christ” (v. 7) “I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Philippians 3[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Philippians 2[:]
[:en]”If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-mind, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose” (v. 1-2) “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Philippians 2[:]