Jerusalem was conquered by King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. Of the young men taken captive those who seemed stronger and more skillful than others were set apart to serve in the king’s palace. They were taught the “literature and language of the Chaldeans” and groomed for service. During this time, their diet consisted of food... Continue Reading →
Psalm 103.1-22
God forgives. Whatever the past, sin and shame, whatever the foolishness and miserable choices made, God forgives the repentant heart and life. Time wasted, opportunities missed, righteousness neglected, God is willing and able to forgive them all. “He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities.... Continue Reading →
Deuteronomy 6.1-19
Prone to forget, to wander, to be distracted, Moses reminded the people of the Lord’s gracious working. He had cared for them during the days of bondage, brought them out of the land of slavery, provided for and led them during the wandering years in the wilderness, and was about to give them the... Continue Reading →
Psalm 86.1-17
Lost, guilty of sin, condemned, alone, wandering. and without hope. Such are all people without Christ as Savior. There is nothing we can do in ourselves to fill the void in our hearts and lives that is inherent within each person because of sin. However, in Christ everything changes for the individual. Where one... Continue Reading →
Lamentations 3.1-25
In the midst of sadness there is hope; in the presence of despair there is comfort; in the presence of defeat there is victory; in the presence of sin there is forgiveness, in the presence of struggles there is strength. Where does this come from? None other than from our Lord, from confidence in who... Continue Reading →
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