“The LORD is in His holy temple, The LORD's throne is in heaven; His eyes behold, His eyelids test the sons of men.” Psalm 11:4 (NKJV) “The LORD has established His throne in heaven, And His kingdom rules over all.” Psalm 103:19 (NKJV) The idea of a throne signifies dominion. Earthly kings may reign with... Continue Reading →
Scripture speaks of being a sojourner or pilgrim. Technically everyone is a pilgrim on this earth, whether we live that way or not is another matter. Regardless of how we feel about God, or what we believe about Him, no one will remain here forever. We can choose to dismiss GOD’S word, doubt His faithfulness... Continue Reading →
1st Kings 18:33-39 Elijah, one of GOD’S greatest prophets had an encounter with 450 prophets of the false god Baal. By GOD’S power, Elijah utterly defeats Baal’s prophets, revealing Jehovah as the one true and living GOD. Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab, grudgingly sought revenge, seeking the life of Elijah. 1st Kings 19:2 How... Continue Reading →
“Do not marvel, my brethren, if the world hates you.” (1st John 3:13) Jesus warned His disciples to anticipate this response from the world in John 15:18-25. “If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own. Yet... Continue Reading →
In Joshua 1:5, God assured Joshua of His support. Just as He had been with Moses, GOD promised to never leave or forsake Joshua. Joshua witnessed the challenges Moses and Aaron faced in leading the people, including the complaints and doubts from the ancestors of those Joshua was now entrusted to guide to the promised... Continue Reading →
Despite Israel’s irreverence, it was never GOD’s desire that His people die. Jeremiah the prophet was given a message from GOD in Jeremiah 26 and instructed to not diminish a word. The intent of the message was that they may listen, change their minds and obey. If they would, GOD would relent in enforcing the consequences... Continue Reading →
No one has the power to save as the LORD does. His saving power is unique. We must view God's power to save as a one-of a-kind power and be completely blown away by it. The Apostle Paul teaches that the Gospel is the power of God for salvation. Romans 1:16 The good news about... Continue Reading →
We live in a judgmental society, while I do not believe this to be a new trend, the culture we live in offers greater opportunities to express judgement. Most judgement involves evaluating the motives of others. While some cases may be clear based on the evidence one has produced, others are not. We cannot read... Continue Reading →
In Mark 10:17 a rich young ruler expressed a desire to follow Jesus. He asked, “Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” There is no greater goal that one could have than to be an heir to eternal life. The young man asked Good Master, what shall I do? Jesus... Continue Reading →
GOD said to Abram, “Know of a surety, that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs and shall serve them; and they shall afflict them four hundred years and also that nation, whom they shall serve, will I judge: and afterward shall they come out with great substance.” Genesis... Continue Reading →
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