Then all the men who were aware that their wives were burning sacrifices to other gods, along with all the women who were standing by, as a large assembly, including all the people who were living in Pathros in the land of Egypt, responded to Jeremiah, saying, “As for the message that you have spoken … Continue reading Ignorant Arrogance – Jeremiah 44:15-19, 28
Ask, Listen, Obey -Jeremiah 42:1-6
Then all the commanders of the forces, Johanan the son of Kareah, Jezaniah the son of Hoshaiah, and all the people both small and great approached and said to Jeremiah the prophet, “Please let our petition come before you, and pray for us to the Lord your God, that is for all this remnant; because … Continue reading Ask, Listen, Obey -Jeremiah 42:1-6
Delight – Psalms 18:19
He brought me forth also into a broad place; He rescued me, because He delighted in me. Sometimes one word can turn a phrase in a significant and impactful way. Love covers a multitude of sins. Grace initiates an amazing transformation. Hope realigns our vision. Delight confounds us. ‘He rescued me, because He delighted in … Continue reading Delight – Psalms 18:19
Speaking Truth – Jeremiah 37:17
King Zedekiah later sent for him and received him, and in his house privately asked him, “Is there a word from the Lord?” “There is,” Jeremiah responded, and he continued, “You will be handed over to the king of Babylon.” Then Jeremiah said to King Zedekiah, “How have I sinned against you or your servants … Continue reading Speaking Truth – Jeremiah 37:17
Self-defined Morality – Judges 21:25
In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Here we see the formula for disaster in any society: Remove authority and make each individual their own measure of morality. The results are always disastrous since people are inherently evil. I know, I know - that … Continue reading Self-defined Morality – Judges 21:25
Evil Trials – Acts 24:5-6
For we have found this man to be a plague, an agitator among all the Jews throughout the Roman world, and a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes! He even tried to desecrate the temple, so we apprehended him... As with Lord Jesus, every last accusation against Paul is a concocted lie. When evil … Continue reading Evil Trials – Acts 24:5-6
Evil Nonsense – Judges 18:6
Then they said to him, “Please inquire of God so we will know if we will have a successful journey.” The priest told them, “Go in peace. The Lord is watching over the journey you are going on.” After reading the entire story one has to wonder what God actually told the priest, if anything. … Continue reading Evil Nonsense – Judges 18:6
