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 →
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 →
Romans 11.25-36
Having spoken of the wonderful gift, though also a mystery, of salvation by faith, of Israel’s sad disobedience and the joy of their future restoration, and of Gentiles being included in God’s redemptive plan, Paul concludes with this doxology, recognizing the supremacy of God in all things. Oh, the depth of the riches and... Continue Reading →
Matthew 26.36-56
After eating the Passover Meal, Jesus and His disciples went together to the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus went to pray, and to lead the disciples to pray. He knew what was before Him and them; He knew the arrest, the trial, and the crucifixion would soon be a reality; He knew the disciples would... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 