Israel was rich with blessings from God, but turning to false gods and empty pursuits lost it. God promised still to bless them in the Coming Savior. We are rich…but one important blessing is that we recognize God’s Gifts and are satisfied with them. We use our wealth and energy to serve the Lord Jesus. May … [Read more…]
The question is do we recognize it and thank God for it? After 40 years of grace, many of the Israelites still doubted that the LORD would keep His Promise. May we never doubt one of His Promises. The Ethiopian Eunuch came to know what God had done for Him and he rejoiced and was … [Read more…]
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…]
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.