Mark 11.1-11 Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem was like none other. Royalty would plan an arrival into the city with a procession filled with much “pomp and circumstance;” there would likely be the parade of horses, chariots, and trumpets announcing the king’s arrival. The king would come in the finest of robes, expecting people to bow... Continue Reading →
A Certain Anchor
Hebrews 6.9-20 In this world of difficulty and trouble, of trials and problems, of battles and strife, we are not left to wander aimlessly without hope. We are likened to a ship on a raging, stormy sea, being batted back and forth, tossed around by the relentless waves of life, and yet never lost.... Continue Reading →
Forgiven and Encouraged
2 Corinthians 1.1-11 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted... Continue Reading →
Hope in Forgiveness
1 Samuel 12.14-25 The Israelites sinned against the LORD as they asked for a king. Having rejected the rule of the Lord over them, they desired to be like other nations. In Samuel’s farewell address to the Israelites, he said: Do not be afraid; you have done all this evil. Yet do not turn... Continue Reading →
The Faithfulness of God to Uphold Us
1 Corinthians 1.1-10 Paul began his letter to the Corinthian believers with hope, reminding them of God’s grace having effectually worked in their lives, bringing them salvation. They were called, redeemed, and gifted by God, and were now being sanctified by God. Paul also gives them the assurance that the Lord will ever be... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 