They transformed the beauty of His ornaments into pride, and they made the images of their abominations and their detestable things with it; therefore I will make it an abhorrent thing to them. There is more significance to this verse than initially meets the eye. God’s people have taken the things He has given and … Continue reading Losing Focus – Ezekiel 7:20
Inseparable – Romans 8:38-39
For I am persuaded that not even death or life, angels or rulers, things present or things to come, hostile powers, height or depth, or any other created thing will have the power to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord! Without such a promise how would one … Continue reading Inseparable – Romans 8:38-39
Hold Me Jesus
The quiet moments of the day most always remind me of the true condition of my natural inner self. I use the word natural intentionally as I believe it best describes the nature of sin in me - my flesh that continues to cling to me. In those moments when all is quiet and my … Continue reading Hold Me Jesus
Consider the Best – Philippians 4:8
Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable — if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise — dwell on these things. (NRSV - 4:8 f Gk take account of) When considering those with whom you share faith and … Continue reading Consider the Best – Philippians 4:8
Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
Then Daniel responded with tact and discretion to Arioch, the captain of the king’s guard, who had gone out to execute the wise men of Babylon. These qualities of mind and action are what must characterize the servant of God Almighty. Tact and discretion. Concise words uttered with respect and judgement. A discerning mind that … Continue reading Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Therefore, brothers, we are not children of the slave but of the free woman. Fundamentally it seems to me that Paul is saying that we are no longer salves of the flesh but instead sons of the Spirit of Christ. Galatians 4:6-7 And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son … Continue reading No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
But what does the Scripture say? Drive out the slave and her son, for the son of the slave will never be a co-heir with the son of the free woman. There are irreconcilable differences between the nature of the flesh and the indwelling Spirit. A set of rules will never permanently evict the spirit … Continue reading Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
Just Do It – Proverbs 21:3
Doing what is righteous and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Doing what is right and just requires forethought and intention. It forces one to make good, godly decisions in advance in order to live in accordance with what God has called us to. It indicates a deep motivation to please our … Continue reading Just Do It – Proverbs 21:3
Suffering Savior, Isaiah 53:10
In a culture of pleasure and excess, the image of a Suffering Savior is ironic. We take loans to avoid suffering and loss. We invest our lives in comfort and pleasure. We work hard to have worldly success in order to acquire the necessary funds to purchase the things that satisfy our cravings. Success is … Continue reading Suffering Savior, Isaiah 53:10
Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
As soon as Jehudi would read three or four columns, Jehoiakim would cut the scroll with a scribe’s knife and throw the columns into the blazing fire until the entire scroll was consumed by the fire in the brazier. As they heard all these words, the king and all of his servants did not become … Continue reading Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
