The message of the cross on which Jesus died is like no other message. It is unique and powerful; it is a mystery, yet clearly discernible. “For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians... Continue Reading →
1 Chronicles 16.7-36
David had prepared an appropriate tent and brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem in a time of great rejoicing. He appointed certain Levites to minister before the Ark, to give praise and thanksgiving; to exalt the Lord for the great work He had done among His people; to sing in acknowledgement of... Continue Reading →
Psalm 27.1-14
David wrote: “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid” (Psalm 27.1)? The Psalmist speaks of “the LORD” – Jehovah, the great “I AM;” He is eternal, sovereign, existent in Himself alone; He is dependent on... Continue Reading →
Philippians 4.1-13
Many are prone to worry, to fretting about things that cannot be changed, becoming anxious over what may or may not happen. Time is spent thinking about what may never take place and trying to sort out the details of what is not known. In writing to the Philippian church Paul had talked about... Continue Reading →
2 Kings 5.1-14
Naaman, the commander of the army of the King of Syria had been struck with leprosy. There was no cure. However, a young girl who had been captured from Israel said to her mistress, Naaman’s wife, that there was a prophet in Samaria who could cure him. Naaman agreed, with the expectation a great... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 