Today is Valentine’s Day. But more so, it is the start of the Lenten season. I wonder how often these two days merge together. To “give something up for Lent”, as explained by dictionary.com, “is to abandon a pleasurable habit as an act of devotion and...
These psalms were sobering to read in light of current world events. And yet, they fill us with hope, for God will be faithful to His Word and promises. Psalm 76 “God is known in Judah; His name is great in Israel.” (verse 1, NASB) From the beginning of...
In Genesis 50:19-20, we find Joseph reassuring his brothers of his forgiveness, telling them not to fear the days ahead. So much occurred in his life, all circumstances out of his control. From being thrown in a pit by his jealous brothers, to being accused by a woman...
Sin. We don’t tend to talk about it much, especially our own sin. But with yesterday being Easter, the subject of sin ”“ my sin ”“ is on my mind, and Watchman Nee has me deep in thought: “I, Peter, have denied the Lord.” How active Peter’s memory must have...
The week began in Matthew 5:2-12 and a focus on the beatitudes. In this sermon, Jesus overturns all that the people were expecting in a Messiah. In so doing, He destroys the validity of their expectations and presents His upside-down kingdom. “His kingdom would...
