[:en] Self-importance is desired by all individuals. We want to be respected and recognized. But Jesus did not come to earth to claim special privilege. He came in humility to fulfill His mission in obedience to His Father’s will. Let us emulate Jesus by changing our self-centered motive into a life of humility and love.[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Luke 9[:]
[:en]Ministries of Jesus: Sending out the Twelve (vs. 1-6) “Take nothing for the journey — no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra tunic” (v. 3) Feeding the Five Thousand ( vs. 10 -17) “You give them something to eat” (v. 13) Healing a Boy with an Evil Spirit (vs. 37-45) Jesus rebuke… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Luke 9[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 14[:]
[:en]Jonathan trusted God and attacked the Philistines. He strengthened the army and challenged them to new victories. Saul had bound the people under oath not to eat food before evening came or before he had avenged himself on their enemies. When the entire army entered the wood and saw the honey, they did not eat… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 14[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 13[:]
[:en]Saul was 30 years old when he became king and he reigned over Israel for 42 years. (v. 1). Jonathan attacked the Philistines and Saul blew the trumpet to summon people to join him at Gilgal. When men of Israel saw the numerous chariots and soldiers of Philistines, some hid in caves, among the rocks… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 13[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 12[:zh]Thoughts [:]
[:en]Farewell speech of Samuel: You now have a king as your leader. As I am old and gray, my conscience is clear because I never oppress people or accept any bribe. The history of Israel showed that the hand of the Lord was with them when they obeyed, but it was against them when they… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 12[:zh]Thoughts [:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 11[:]
[:en]The Ammonites went to besiege Jabesh Gilead. And all the men of Israel wanted to make treaty with the Ammonites, but the Ammonites refused. So the messengers reported to Saul. The Spirit of God came to Saul in power and all the people gathered together. They fought against the Ammonites and slaughtered them until the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 11[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 10[:]
[:en]God gave Saul a series of signs to assure him of his responsibilities as the man to lead the nation of Israel. Then Samuel brought all the tribes of Israel and presented Saul to be their king. But some troublemakers despised him and brought him no gifts. However, Saul just remained silent (v. 27) *When… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Samuel 10[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Luke 8[:]
[:en]Parable of the Sower: (vs. 5-15) Seeds were scattered Along the path – birds ate it up On the rock – plants withered because there were no roots Among thorns -grew up but was choked Good soil – yielded crop a hundred times Meaning of the Parable: Those who heard and devil took way the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Luke 8[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Luke 7[:]
[:en]The Faith of the Centurion: The Centurion said: “Lord, don’t trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. That is why i did not even consider myself worthy to come to you. . But say the word and my servant will be healed” (v. 6-7) *May we have such… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Luke 7[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Luke 6:27-49[:]
[:en]Love for Enemies: “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you” (vs. 27-28) ” Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful” (v. 36) Judging Others: “Do not judge, and you will not be judge. Do not condemn, and you will not… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Luke 6:27-49[:]