In recognizing the Lord’s mercy, Isaiah wrote: But now, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand (Isaiah 64.8). The following hymn was based on this passage, written by Anne Steele in the 1700’s. In reading these words, may you... Continue Reading →
Undeserving – yet Richly Blessed Genesis 32.1-12
What do we deserve? Jacob, having lived in Haran, in the land of his uncle Laban for 20 years, was directed by the Lord to return to the land of his fathers. He followed the Lord’s direction, encouraged by his wives who said, whatever God has said to you, do (Genesis 31.16). Without hesitation,... Continue Reading →
Seized by God’s Grace Genesis 19.1-26
Though Lot was a righteous man, he lived in the wicked city of Sodom and was compromised in his association with sinful men. He had become comfortably surrounded by sin. Abraham prayed for the Lord to spare Sodom if there ten righteous people remained. These could not be found; only Lot. Judgment was inevitable. When... Continue Reading →
Whole Heart Thankfulness Psalm 9.1-20
I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High (Psalm 9.1-2). Though not knowing the specific scenario in which David wrote this Psalm, we do know... Continue Reading →
Choosing the temptation to sin Genesis 3.1-13
Though being created by the eternal God, placed in the Garden of Eden, and having fellowship with the God, man chose sin. The words of the enemy became more compelling than the Words of God. The serpent first brought the question, Did God really say, “You must not eat from any tree in the Garden”... Continue Reading →
