The things that God teaches us in our Scripture Lessons would surely be scoffed at by people in this world. God will create a new heaven and a new earth in which there is no sorrow, crying or death. There is one Savior, and one way to heaven through Jesus Christ. Christians have special qualities … [Read more…]
Israel had largely rejected the LORD God, still He promised to send a Savior who would bring mercy to Israel and beyond. Jerusalem’s inhabitants had denied and demanded the death of the Promised Savior…still God reached out to them through Peter and John. God has invited many to come to His Banquet but many reject … [Read more…]
Human Wisdom says love yourself first. Godly Wisdom says humble yourself and respect first God and His Word. Human Wisdom says hate your enemy and rejoice when He stumbles and falls. Godly Wisdom seeks to save the enemy because Jesus died for them too. Human beings are quick to condemn and to hate. God reaches out … [Read more…]
This time of year is the time of graduation and looking forward to new things. We are reminded by our Scripture Lessons to continue learning God’s Word and living according to it. God urged the Israelites to continue in His Word, His Laws and His Promises and to teach them to their children. He also … [Read more…]
God has revealed Himself as One God in Three Persons.
…for each redeemed soul. God is surely glorified in our Scripture Lessons for this Pentecost. He did great things for Israel but they dishonored Him. Still He made His name great by promising to cleanse them of sin and to send His Spirit. God has done great things for us. He has made us heirs … [Read more…]
…isn’t always right.
The primary focus of our Scripture Lessons this Sunday. We are to seek the LORD in prayer, asking for His mercy and forgiveness. We are to pray for those in authority. We are to be persistent in prayer.
Our Scripture Lessons give us simple answers this week: Praise the LORD. Share the Good News. Confess the Truth.
That’s our God.