When they received it, they began to complain to the landowner: ‘These last men put in one hour, and you made them equal to us who bore the burden of the day and the burning heat!’ “He replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I’m doing you no wrong. Didn’t you agree with me on a … Continue reading The Fairness Of God – Matthew 20:11-15
Rejected – Jeremiah 6:30
They are called rejected silver, for the Lord has rejected them. These rejected ones truly are in Hell - the 'place' for those who have completely lost any sense of shame and who have committed themselves to rebellion against Father God. He will not force Himself upon them; yet, He will not be mocked and … Continue reading Rejected – Jeremiah 6:30
Compassionate King – Psalms 145:8-9
The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. The Lord is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made. This truth about Father God is often overlooked by the atheists and skeptics of our day. They characterize the God of the Old Testament as … Continue reading Compassionate King – Psalms 145:8-9
Tiny Faith – Matthew 17:20-21
And He said to them, “Because of the littleness of your faith; for truly I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you. [ But this kind does … Continue reading Tiny Faith – Matthew 17:20-21
Revive Us – Psalms 143:11
Revive me, O Lord, for Your name's sake! For Your righteousness’ sake bring my soul out of trouble. As life progresses and the walk with Lord Jesus continues, I am finding that this prayer becomes even more relevant. Maybe I am doing it wrong, but even the simple things like faithfulness and consistency have become … Continue reading Revive Us – Psalms 143:11
Things Spoken – Psalms 141:3
Lord, set up a guard for my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips. How many things do we simply destroy with our mouths? How many things have we spoken in anger or disgust or frustration or feigned concern that have led to the character assassination of another? With our lips we praise … Continue reading Things Spoken – Psalms 141:3
Human Reasoning – Joshua 9:14
Then the men of Israel took some of their provisions, but did not seek the Lord’s counsel. In this case, human reasoning was simply not enough. Frankly, it is rarely enough in situations such as this. Those who are submitting their life to the Will of God must always seek God's direction as best as … Continue reading Human Reasoning – Joshua 9:14
Shortsighted – Matthew 16:24-27
Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it; but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. For what will it profit a man if he … Continue reading Shortsighted – Matthew 16:24-27
Man of Sorrows – Matthew 14:13
Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat to a desolate place by himself. Our dear Lord Jesus was a man of many sorrows. He bore much emotional pain and suffered great loss. In His sufferings He learned what it meant to be obedient in the flesh (as a man) as … Continue reading Man of Sorrows – Matthew 14:13
Foolish Rebels – Isaiah 66:24
“As they leave, they will see the dead bodies of the men who have rebelled against Me; for their worm will never die, their fire will never go out, and they will be a horror to all mankind.” What a contrast this verse is to the beginning verses of this chapter. Isaiah 66:2 All these … Continue reading Foolish Rebels – Isaiah 66:24
Speak Up – Matthew 10:32-33
“Therefore, everyone who will acknowledge Me before men, I will also acknowledge him before My Father in heaven. But whoever denies Me before men, I will also deny him before My Father in heaven. Jesus never sugar coated anything. He was painfully and directly honest in all of the things that mattered most. He professes … Continue reading Speak Up – Matthew 10:32-33
The Willingness Of God – Matthew 8:3
Reaching out His hand He touched him, saying, “I am willing; be made clean.” Immediately his disease was healed. Can we truly comprehend the amazing depth and humility of Jesus statement? He is willing. What else matters? The Incarnate God of the Universe is willing to touch us in the most leprous part of our … Continue reading The Willingness Of God – Matthew 8:3
It Is Written – Matthew 4:10
Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, “‘You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.’” In the face of pure evil (satan himself), Jesus (God in the flesh), addresses every single temptation, each of which was designed to personally derail Jesus and His mission, with … Continue reading It Is Written – Matthew 4:10
Rest In Peace – Isaiah 57:1-2
The righteous man perishes, and no man takes it to heart; And devout men are taken away, while no one understands. For the righteous man is taken away from evil, He enters into peace; They rest in their beds, Each one who walked in his upright way. Death is rarely seen through this lens. We … Continue reading Rest In Peace – Isaiah 57:1-2
Blatant Disobedience – Deuteronomy 28:15
“But if you do not obey the Lord your God by carefully following all His commands and statutes I am giving you today, all these curses will come and overtake you..." (ESV) For those whom God has delivered and yet who willfully choose to disobey Him, there are drastic consequences. Living outside of the will … Continue reading Blatant Disobedience – Deuteronomy 28:15
Eternal Healing – Isaiah 53:5-6
But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the LORD has laid on him the iniquity of us all. … Continue reading Eternal Healing – Isaiah 53:5-6
Wicked Insecurity – Isaiah 47:10
You were secure in your wickedness; you said, ‘No one sees me.’ Your wisdom and knowledge led you astray. You said to yourself, ‘I exist, and there is no one else.’ But disaster will happen to you; you will not know how to avert it. And it will fall on you, but you will be … Continue reading Wicked Insecurity – Isaiah 47:10
For His Own Sake – Psalms 103:10
He has not dealt with us according to our sins, Nor punished us according to our iniquities. We realize that He has not dealt with us according to our iniquities for if He had, we would simply be dead. His perfect justice could allow nothing less. Fortunately, He is patient with us and gracious to … Continue reading For His Own Sake – Psalms 103:10
Tears – Revelation 7:17
“...for the Lamb who is in the midst of the throne will shepherd them and lead them to living fountains of waters. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” (NKJV) It is hard to imagine the supernatural tenderness with which Father God will wipe away our tears. Even here and now in … Continue reading Tears – Revelation 7:17
Reliably True and Holy – Psalms 93:5
Your testimonies are very sure; Holiness adorns Your house, O LORD, forever. (NKJV) Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. (ESV) Just as God’s testimonies are always reliable, His word always proves true. He has built this universe and developed this world on … Continue reading Reliably True and Holy – Psalms 93:5
