[:en]Scripture Reading: Job 3 Biblical Truth: In his trial Job said: “Why did I not perish at birth and die as I came from the womb?” (Job 3:11). Job had though that his life was dark and gloomy. He had lost everything and what remained was suffering. Personal Application: Have you lost things that are… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (9/18/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/18/17)[:]
[:en]There was a group of people who share a strong bond of faith in Christ. Whenever there is the need of prayer, practical help or someone to be there during time of need, these friends are unconditionally committed to each other. The follower of Jesus in Colosse also had this kind of commitment. In Paul’s… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/18/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Romans 6[:]
[:en]When we are baptized, we are identified with Him by the Spirit in his death, burial and resurrection. Our old self is crucified with him so that we should no longer be slave to sin (v. 6). Since Christ was raised from dead, we are also alive in Christ Jesus (v. 11). Do not let… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Romans 6[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 29[:]
[:en]”A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth” ( v. 3) “A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control” (v. 11) “If a king judges the poor with fairness, his throne will always be secure” (v. 14)… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 29[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 28[:]
[:en]”Better a poor man whose walk is blameless than a rich man whose ways are perverse” (v. 6) “He who keeps the law is a discerning son, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father” (v. 7) “If anyone turns a deaf ear to the law, even his prayers are detestable” (v. 9) “He who… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 28[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 27[:]
[:en]”Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth” (v. 1) “Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; someone else, and not your own lips” (v. 2) “Anger is cruel and fury overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy?” (v. 4) “Better is open rebuke than… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 27[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 26[:]
[:en]FOOL’S ACTION BEING COMPARED: Answering a fool according to his folly will make you like a fool (v. 4) Sending a message by the hand of a fool is like cutting off one’s feet or drinking violence (v. 6) Proverb in the mouth of a fool is like a lame man’s legs that hang limp… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 26[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 25[:]
[:en]Proverbs of Solomon: “A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver” (v. 11) “Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone” (v. 15) “Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house — too much of you, and he will hate you” (v. 17) “If… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 25[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 24[:]
[:en]THE DON’TS: “Do not envy wicked men, do not desire their company; for their hearts plot violence, and their lips talk about making trouble” (vs. 1-2) “Do not lie in wait like an outlaw against a righteous man’s house, do not raid his welling place; for though a righteous man fails seven times, he rises… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 24[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 23[:]
[:en]GLUTTONY: “When you sit to dine with a ruler, note well what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to gluttony. Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive” (v. 1-3) RICHES: “Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint. … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 23[:]