“Do not judge, so that you won’t be judged. 2 For you will be judged by the same standard with which you judge others, and you will be measured by the same measure you use. 3 Why do you look at the splinter in your brother’s eye but don’t notice the beam of wood in your own eye? 4 Or how […]
The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out. Proverbs 20:5 NIV But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the Lord’s will is.” 1 Kings 22:5 CSB I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 ESV […]
Salvation is to be found through him alone; in all the world there is no one else whom God has given who can save us.” Acts 4:12 GNT For a child will be born for us,a son will be given to us,and the government will be on his shoulders.He will be namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Eternal Father, Prince […]
Be happy with those who are happy, and be sad with those who are sad. Romans 12:15 NCV The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged. Psalm 34:18 ERV It’s easy to be all smiles and have a positive outlook and attitude when things are going well. So, what do […]
“The Blue Parakeet”: Rethinking How You Read the Bible, 2nd edition is authored by Dr. Scot McKnight, PhD., publication date 2018, by Zondervan. I came across this phenomenal book as a recommendation from a dear friend (from afar 😉), Lisa D. Harper, PhD, on her podcast, “Back Porch Theology.” My curiosity is piqued by the […]
The Coming of the Holy Spirit 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a noise came from heaven. It sounded like a strong wind blowing. This noise filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw something that looked like flames of fire. The flames were separated and stood […]
It’s no secret that it takes courage to stand up for what you believe in. Whether you are passionate about politics, environmental crises, medical research campaigns, gender and diversity wars in the workplace, serving and making a difference for the marginalized in our communities, activism for the unborn and those without a voice … it […]
4 what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? Psalm 8:4 NIV Those are exactly my thoughts. Who am I that You would take the time to even notice me, let alone tend to my every need … One of my favorite Bible scholars on the planet, Dr. Lisa […]
The Lord Is My Shepherd A Psalm of David. 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil,for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table […]
Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: “Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Revelation 19:6 NIV I’ve heard it say that one of our greatest weapons of warfare is praise. So, let this one sink in, Friend. It’s likely that you may have […]
Titus Two 