Feeling alone, troubled in despair, uncertain of the future, saddened by circumstances, facing opposition from varying directions – these are all difficult trials to endure. They can come in waves or a single storm; they can quickly pass or can linger for days and sometimes years. At times, the Israelites felt this way; believers... Continue Reading →
The Discipline of Scripture Reading and Prayer
The Lord has given us a great privilege of being able to hold in our hands and read His Holy Word. Knowing it has been fully inspired by God, we have the confident assurance of its absolute truth written on every page and that it has total relevance for us today. He has given us... Continue Reading →
Hebrews 7.17-28
Throughout the Old Testament, only through the priest could one come to God; only through the offering of sacrifices on behalf of a sinner could one be declared temporarily righteous, until the next sin. Because of the sinful nature of the priest, he would first need to offer sacrifices for himself, allowing his entrance... Continue Reading →
Daniel 1.1-21
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 →
Titus 3.1-15
Once we were, but now we are; so, we should live as we are, not as we were. This is the context of Paul’s letter. In reminding Titus, Paul also reminds us that our salvation is completely of God’s working. “But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 