Tag: Light to My Path

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 14:13-21 Biblical Truth:  After learning that his cousin John the Baptist was beheaded, Jesus withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place.  But the crowd followed him.  When He saw the crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick.  (Mat. 14:13-14)  When evening came, he multiplied the loaves and fed… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/21/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Psalm 122 Biblical Truth:  Jesus had prepared a place for us in eternity.  But before we reach there, we are still living in this world.  As children of God, we have the privilege to meet with other believers in worshiping Him. We can have fellowship and share the peace that can not be… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/20/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 14:1-12 Biblical Truth:  After King Herod had killed John the Baptist, he had no peace of mind when there were rumors that John the Baptist had returned in the form of Jesus.  So he was perplexed about Jesus and wanted to see Him perform miracles .  He piled him with many questions… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/19/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:53-58 Biblical Truth:  Jesus was preaching performing miracles in his hometown.  They recognized the wisdom of His teachings and the reality of His miracles but they did not believe in Him.  They rejected His message and missed the blessings of His presence. (Luke 13:34-35).  No wonder Jesus said:  “Only in his hometown… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/18/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:44-52 Biblical Truth:  There are 2 parallel parables describing the Kingdom of Heaven.  The first one is about buried treasures and the second one is about fine pearls.  These parables would imply the cost of following Jesus and the cost of discipleship.  However, it also teaches us to store treasures of understanding… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/17/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:36-43 Biblical Truth:  In the Parable of the Weeds, “the field is the world” (vs. 38).  The world consists of 2 kinds of people.  But the w group of people cannot be distinguished easily.  The “Son of the Kingdom” are those who received God’s kingdom and share His work.  The “Son of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/16/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:24-35 Biblical Truth:  Jesus told the disciples three parables describing the Kingdom of Heaven. – The Parable of the Weeds, The Parable of the Mustard Seed, and The Parable of the Yeasts.  The weeds represent the enemy which God allows them to grow together with the plant until the harvest time.  The… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/15/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:18-23 Biblical Truth:  Jesus talked about the Parable of the Sower showing 4 kinds of soil – On the Path, On Rocky Place, Among the Thorns, and On the Good Soil.  He explained it with 4 kinds of people who hear the message about the kingdom of God. On the Path –… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/14/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Psalm 121 Biblical Truth:  “I lift up my eyes to the hills – where does my help come from?  My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth” (vs. 1-2) “He will not let your foot slip – he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/13/17)[:]

[:en]Scripture Reading:  Matthew 13:1-17 Biblical Truth:  Jesus used parable to illustrate spiritual truths but the people could not understand because they were outside the community of faith. Personal Application:  Let us ask God to open our eyes to spiritual realities and ears to listen to his voice. Prayer:  Dear Jesus, help us to tell the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (8/12/17)[:]