Psalm 116:10 I trusted in the LORD when I said, “I am greatly afflicted”; Some people create a fantasy world in which they try to live. Here in Florida we have multiple theme parks that give people the opportunity to live for a short while in a fantasy world, where money is no object andContinue reading “Affliction – Psalm 116:10”
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Editorial Note – John 2:22
John 2:22 After he was raised from the dead, his disciples recalled what he had said. Then they believed the scripture and the words that Jesus had spoken. There used to be a time when books were written with footnotes, end notes, and marginal comments. Some texts even had special symbols that would be placedContinue reading “Editorial Note – John 2:22”
Negative Identity – John 1:21
John 1:21 They asked him, “Then who are you? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” Sometimes it is important to know what you are not! I know I am not a good salesman. In fact, I am terrible at it. I am also not a politician.Continue reading “Negative Identity – John 1:21”
Touch Me! – Luke 24:39
Luke 24:29 Look at my hands and my feet. It is I myself! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.” During this past year we have become increasingly aware of the presence of diseases that can be transmitted with touch, or even a cough! IContinue reading “Touch Me! – Luke 24:39”
Three Times – Luke 23:22
Luke 23:22 For the third time he spoke to them: “Why? What crime has this man committed? I have found in him no grounds for the death penalty. Therefore I will have him punished and then release him.” Things that are important are often repeated. We say “I love you” to those we love. AndContinue reading “Three Times – Luke 23:22”
Buy A Sword – Luke 22:36
Luke 22:36He said to them, “But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don’t have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one.” Various conditions in life require different responses from us. Just like on the TV show Jeopardy, there are always different questions to be asked.Continue reading “Buy A Sword – Luke 22:36”
Witness Accountability – Deuteronomy 17:7
Deuteronomy 17:7 The hands of the witnesses must be the first in putting the person to death, and then the hands of all the people. You must purge the evil from among you. Justice comes in many shapes. And many of those shapes are unexpected. What on the surface sounds like injustice can actually beContinue reading “Witness Accountability – Deuteronomy 17:7”
Honest Words – Psalm 109:6-12
Psalm 109: 6-126 Appoint someone evil to oppose my enemy;let an accuser stand at his right hand.7 When he is tried, let him be found guilty,and may his prayers condemn him.8 May his days be few;may another take his place of leadership.9 May his children be fatherlessand his wife a widow.10 May his children be wandering beggars;may they be drivenContinue reading “Honest Words – Psalm 109:6-12”
Stand Up and Lift – Luke 21:28
Luke 21:28 “When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” Our posture tells a lot about us, especially when difficult times come. Those who hang their heads are often about to lose hope. Those who have the ability, or make the conscious effortContinue reading “Stand Up and Lift – Luke 21:28”
Stuck and Rubbed – Luke 20:18
Luke 20:18 The teachers of the law and the chief priests looked for a way to arrest him immediately, because they knew he had spoken this parable against them. But they were afraid of the people. Sometimes in life we don’t like the message someone is sending our direction. The message is usually one ofContinue reading “Stuck and Rubbed – Luke 20:18”
The Arnold Journey 