Behold, on the mountains the feet of him who brings good news, Who announces peace! Celebrate your feasts, O Judah; Pay your vows. For never again will the wicked one pass through you; He is cut off completely. The Divine Son Of God came down among us preaching the Good News, announcing peace. Lord Jesus … Continue reading Advent of the Good News – Nahum 1:15
Category: Devotionals
Just some quick, short thoughts I have had throughout the years.
Prophesying to the Prophets – Micah 3:5-8
Micah 3:5-8 This is what the Lord says concerning the prophets who lead my people astray, who proclaim peace when they have food to sink their teeth into but declare war against the one who puts nothing in their mouths. Therefore, it will be night for you —without visions; it will grow dark for you … Continue reading Prophesying to the Prophets – Micah 3:5-8
Worried and Bothered – Luke 10:41-42
But the Lord answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” There are so many things for us to worry about, especially as we grow older … Continue reading Worried and Bothered – Luke 10:41-42
God’s Wrath and Power – Joel 2:11
The Lord raises His voice in the presence of His army. His camp is very large; Those who carry out His command are powerful. Indeed, the Day of the Lord is terrible and dreadful who can endure it? In our day of feminization, milquetoast masculinity and the softening of anything evil, it is difficult for … Continue reading God’s Wrath and Power – Joel 2:11
The Blessed Nation – 2 Kings 18:3
He did what was right in the Lord’s sight just as his ancestor David had done. 2 Kings 18:7 The Lord was with him, and wherever he went he prospered. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and did not serve him. These two verses work together. The second is the supernatural outcome of the … Continue reading The Blessed Nation – 2 Kings 18:3
Resurrection – Daniel 12:13
“But you, go your way till the end; for you shall rest, and will arise to your inheritance at the end of the days.” Wow! I have never noticed this before. A promise of the resurrection for Daniel way back in the 'Old' Testament. He, along with all who were looking forward to salvation through … Continue reading Resurrection – Daniel 12:13
Wisdom and Righteousness – Daniel 12:3
Those who are wise shall shine Like the brightness of the firmament, And those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever. What a promise. What a responsibility. Wisdom and righteousness must be a part of who we are everywhere and always. It seems everything around us works to defeat both of … Continue reading Wisdom and Righteousness – Daniel 12:3
Worse Than Worthless – Psalms 119:37
Turn my eyes from looking at what is worthless; give me life in Your ways. In a culture like ours where we are always setting some electronic image before our eyes, the Psalmist’s request is relevant and poignant. Isn't it safe to say that most of what we are feasting our eyes upon, on whatever … Continue reading Worse Than Worthless – Psalms 119:37
God’s Revelation – Daniel 7:28
“This is the end of the interpretation. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts terrified me greatly, and my face turned pale, but I kept the matter to myself.” Daniel’s reaction to this vision and interpretation from God’s messengers is amazing to me! This is the man who could stand in a den of lions and … Continue reading God’s Revelation – Daniel 7:28
Music Moves – 2 Kings 3:15
“Now, bring me a musician.” While the musician played, the Lord’s hand came on Elisha. Music brings with it a sort of mysterious power. Think about it, this musician ushered in the Lord’s hand. As he played this melody, whatever it was, the Lord’s hand came upon His prophet and subsequently His Word and direction … Continue reading Music Moves – 2 Kings 3:15
Godly Resolve – Daniel 5:17
Then Daniel answered the king, “You may keep your gifts, and give your rewards to someone else; however, I will read the inscription for the king and make the interpretation known to him. Daniel's answer and resolve reflects the heart of a true prophet and man of God. He is not motivated by gifts or … Continue reading Godly Resolve – Daniel 5:17
Spiritual Legacy – 1 Kings 22:53
He served Baal and worshiped him. He provoked the Lord God of Israel just as his father had done. What an awful family legacy - the family that ‘provokes God through blatant disobedience’. Why would anyone want to leave such a legacy? Our decisions and actions have generational implications. Those who provoke the Lord can … Continue reading Spiritual Legacy – 1 Kings 22:53
With Friends Like This… – 1 Kings 22:29
Then the king of Israel and Judah’s King Jehoshaphat went up to Ramoth-gilead. But the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “I will disguise myself and go into battle, but you wear your royal attire.” So the king of Israel disguised himself and went into battle. With friends like Ahab, Jehoshaphat truly does not need … Continue reading With Friends Like This… – 1 Kings 22:29
True Prophets – 1 Kings 22:28
But Micaiah said, “If you ever return safely, the Lord has not spoken through me.” Then he said, “Listen, all you people!” The test of a true prophet is the accuracy of his prophecies. Thus, Micaiah knows that the king will not return from the battle because Micaiah is a true prophet of Yahweh. Often, … Continue reading True Prophets – 1 Kings 22:28
Hearing God’s Voice – 1 Kings 22:16
But the king said to him, “How many times must I make you swear not to tell me anything but the truth in the name of Yahweh?” It seems obvious that the king does not really want the truth. (He makes it perfectly clear with his decision later.) He has a plan and he wants … Continue reading Hearing God’s Voice – 1 Kings 22:16
The Kingdom Of God – Daniel 2:44
“In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, and this kingdom will not be left to another people. It will crush all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself endure forever." This mysterious kingdom is the eternal kingdom of … Continue reading The Kingdom Of God – Daniel 2:44
Knowledge and Understanding – Daniel 1:17
God gave these four young men knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. Daniel also understood visions and dreams of every kind. It is God who gives true understanding and knowledge even in the things 'of this earth', so to speak. He is the giver of all good things. Nothing surpasses the … Continue reading Knowledge and Understanding – Daniel 1:17
Legislated Immorality – Psalms 94:20-21
Can a corrupt throne — one that creates trouble by law — become Your ally? They band together against the life of the righteous and condemn the innocent to death. The practice of ‘creating trouble by law’; i.e legislating immorality, has existed since the days of old and continues to this very day even among … Continue reading Legislated Immorality – Psalms 94:20-21
Numbered Days – Psalms 90:12
Teach us to number our days carefully so that we may develop wisdom in our hearts. The realization and acceptance of our own mortality works to keep us wise and humble. Dwelling on the limited nature of our existence on this earth grows wisdom in our hearts. Whatever we know or accomplish here in this … Continue reading Numbered Days – Psalms 90:12
Saved – Psalms 89:48
What man can live and never see death? Who can save himself from the power of Sheol? What man can live and never see death the psalmist asks? Jesus the Christ! And by His blood all who trust in Him shall also live and never see death! Death has been defeated. The grave is overcome. … Continue reading Saved – Psalms 89:48
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