So Jesus has also become the guarantee of a better covenant. Hebrews 8:9 I disregarded them, says the Lord, because they did not continue in My covenant. It is a 'better covenant' because Jesus Christ has perfectly fulfilled His/our end of it. He is a Priest forever. He is the Perfect Priest - never changing. … Continue reading The Better Covenant – Hebrews 7:22
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Faithful Diligence – Hebrews 6:11-12
Now we want each of you to demonstrate the same diligence for the final realization of your hope, so that you won’t become lazy but will be imitators of those who inherit the promises through faith and perseverance. There is a sense that all is done and finalized when we first give our lives to … Continue reading Faithful Diligence – Hebrews 6:11-12
He Saves – Psalms 44:3
...for not by their own sword did they win the land, nor did their own arm save them, but your right hand and your arm, and the light of your face, for you delighted in them. It is God alone who has the initiative and the full capability of saving. It is His strength and … Continue reading He Saves – Psalms 44:3
Exceeding Joy – Psalms 43:4
Then I will go to the altar of God, to God my exceeding joy, and I will praise you with the lyre, O God, my God. Author's note: This article was written the day after I played and sang at a funeral. It has been several years now. Yesterday, I joined a dear brother to … Continue reading Exceeding Joy – Psalms 43:4
Death Cometh – Hebrews 2:14-15
Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil — and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. Truly, fear stalks us … Continue reading Death Cometh – Hebrews 2:14-15
Grace Alive – Titus 2:11-14
For the grace of God has appeared with salvation for all people, instructing us to deny godlessness and worldly lusts and to live in a sensible, righteous, and godly way in the present age, while we wait for the blessed hope and appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. He … Continue reading Grace Alive – Titus 2:11-14
The LORD Alone – Exodus 22:20
“Whoever sacrifices to any god, other than the LORD alone, shall be devoted to destruction. It must be remembered here that these instructions are for those who have entered into a covenant with God (YHWH) and are living in His community under His favor. They have committed to do all that YHWH says and now … Continue reading The LORD Alone – Exodus 22:20
True Talk Walks – Titus 1:16
They profess to know God, but they deny Him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, and disqualified for any good work. Words matter. They are critical to our being. They are inextricably tied to our faith. They define us and we will be judged by every careless word we speak; however, it is our … Continue reading True Talk Walks – Titus 1:16
He’s Watchin’ You – Psalms 33:18-22
Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, On those who hope for His lovingkindness, To deliver their soul from death And to keep them alive in famine. Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart rejoices in Him, Because we trust in … Continue reading He’s Watchin’ You – Psalms 33:18-22
Fundamentals – 2 Timothy 4:13
Bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas when you come—and the books, especially the parchments. In this one verse we see Paul’s fundamental concerns in reverse priority order: 1) Care for the body (the cloak) - protect what God has given you. Our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. We … Continue reading Fundamentals – 2 Timothy 4:13
Good Funerals – Ecclesiastes 7:2-4
Ecclesiastes 7:2-4 It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the … Continue reading Good Funerals – Ecclesiastes 7:2-4
Even Though He Knows – Psalms 31:7-10
I will rejoice and be glad in Your faithful love because You have seen my affliction. You have known the troubles of my life and have not handed me over to the enemy. You have set my feet in a spacious place. Be gracious to me, O LORD, for I am in distress; my eye … Continue reading Even Though He Knows – Psalms 31:7-10
Strong in Grace – 2 Timothy 2:1
You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.. It's a new work week. Duh. It's Monday. Many think yuck! Others say, "Crud" (or worse). We feel tired and the week has just started. Many problems will be blamed on Monday. "Well, you know, it is Monday..." For believers, however, … Continue reading Strong in Grace – 2 Timothy 2:1
God’s Work – 2 Timothy 1:9
He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began. The work of salvation is solely God's. Father God has saved us. He has done the work. He has made … Continue reading God’s Work – 2 Timothy 1:9
Glorious All – Psalms 29:9
And in His temple everything says, “Glory!” To be in the presence of God is to be overwhelmed by His glory. Those who stood at the base of Mount Sinai were overwhelmed with fear because of His glory. Moses' face shone with God’s glory after being in His presence. The heavens declare His glory. His … Continue reading Glorious All – Psalms 29:9
The Work of Regarding – 1 Timothy 6:1
Let all who are under a yoke as bondservants regard their own masters as worthy of all honor, so that the name of God and the teaching may not be reviled. In a day when it is so totally ‘in’ to slam anyone who has money and creates jobs and gives jobs to others (owners, … Continue reading The Work of Regarding – 1 Timothy 6:1
A Pure Desire – Psalms 27:4
One thing I have asked from the Lord, that I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord And to meditate in His temple. This also is my desire Lord - to dwell with You throughout eternity. Someday … Continue reading A Pure Desire – Psalms 27:4
Your Great Name – Psalms 25:11
Because of Your name, Yahweh, forgive my sin, for it is great. There is no other name through which we can receive salvation. There is no other name by which man can be saved under Heaven other than the name of Jesus (Acts 4:12). It is our identity in Him, the One who saves, that … Continue reading Your Great Name – Psalms 25:11
The King of Glory – Psalms 24
The earth and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants, belong to the Lord... Every single thing on this earth belongs to Father God. He owns everything. All creation belongs to Him. He is the Owner from the beginning of time into eternity. His very nature and activity reflect His creative ownership. He spoke … Continue reading The King of Glory – Psalms 24
The Owner – Psalms 24
The earth and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants, belong to the Lord... Every single thing on this earth belongs to Father God. He owns everything. All creation belongs to Him. He is the Owner from the beginning of time into eternity. His very nature and activity reflect His creative ownership. He spoke … Continue reading The Owner – Psalms 24
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