The people of Israel covenanted together to not neglect the Lord’s temple. Previously, they had neglected the building which had been in sad disorder; they had neglected to offer sacrifices as prescribed by the Lord; and they had neglected to bring their tithes and offerings, as they kept for themselves what the Lord had declared... Continue Reading →
Jesus’ Cleansing Power Today Mark 1.40-45
It was an unusual moment to see a Jewish person talking with, and even more so touching, a leper. This just didn’t happen. The leper was considered unclean, and there was great possibility of being infected with the same disease. However, this was not an unusual moment for Jesus. He did the unexpected, what was... Continue Reading →
Loving God’s Word First – Mark 7.1-13
Do we love the Word of God, or do we prefer the words of men; do we seek full obedience to the commands of God, or do we follow the words of men more intently; do we spend time seeking to please people, or does pleasing God have greater priority in our daily living; do... Continue Reading →
The Lord’s Willingness to Forgive
Zephaniah 2.1-7 The people were infested with sin; the Law of the Lord had been put aside to worship meaningless, yet captivating, idols; the desires of the Lord were forgotten as they made room for the fulfillment of their selfish desires. Judgment was coming; the prophecies against Judah would soon be fulfilled; the people... Continue Reading →
Afraid? Panicking? Weak? God is Trustworthy
Psalm 56.1-13 Surrounded by the enemy and wondering if there would be any way of escape, overwhelmed by oppression, and prone to panic David trusted the Lord. Though the Philistines were a formidable foe, he knew the Lord was a greater victor. When I am afraid, I put my trust in you…This I know,... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 