Good Friday. It seemed to be anything but good as Jesus was betrayed by one who had walked with Him, listened to Him, seen Him do miraculous works, and watched Him compassionately care for others; as Jesus was arrested in the dark of night by a band of soldiers who treated Him as a... Continue Reading →
Galatians 3.21-4.7
We were helplessly bound by the law, unable to completely fulfill it, and therefore under its eternal curse. No amount of our good works, of our striving for acceptance, of our religious acumens and practices had any value in themselves to free us from rightful judgment. Bound by the law, enslaved in sin, and... Continue Reading →
Psalm 86.1-17
The specific situation which prompted David to write this Psalm is not known. However, from the text it is clear that he was facing difficulty and oppression from others as he requested specific help from the Lord. It is also clear he was not hopeless, as he continually came back to worship the Lord... Continue Reading →
Romans 14.1-12
Paul wrote to the church at Rome of interpersonal relationships and our tendency to judge others. In this, he exhorted that we first look at ourselves; to consider our own actions, thoughts, and intentions. Being called to be holy, to live in a manner that pleases the Lord, it is good to spend time... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 