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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
I think this is setup for a breakthrough of God. We may feel this way at times, but many of us know how it ends in few more chapters.
I think this is setup for a breakthrough of God. We may feel this way at times, but many of us know how it ends in few more chapters.
Saturday, May 5, 2018
The crux of this chapter is in verse 6. Other verses describe how people made idols and established priests as they are fit (not priests for God, but as a position that serves their interests). At ti... [see more]
The crux of this chapter is in verse 6. Other verses describe how people made idols and established priests as they are fit (not priests for God, but as a position that serves their interests). At ti... [see more]
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
I wonder how Samson knew that by cutting off his hair he would lose his strength. 1. He never cut his hair before, so did he believe this out of faith that if he disobeys God, then God would immediat... [see more]
I wonder how Samson knew that by cutting off his hair he would lose his strength. 1. He never cut his hair before, so did he believe this out of faith that if he disobeys God, then God would immediat... [see more]
Sunday, April 29, 2018
I love these interactions where God honors our requests, answers them, then when we have more questions, we can ask, and He guides us. This encourages me to keep on asking God when I feel uncertain an... [see more]
I love these interactions where God honors our requests, answers them, then when we have more questions, we can ask, and He guides us. This encourages me to keep on asking God when I feel uncertain an... [see more]
Friday, April 27, 2018
God can use outcasts, people who are hopeless, rejected, and lost/confused about life. We are ok even when situations around us may look dim because He is in control of our futures.
God can use outcasts, people who are hopeless, rejected, and lost/confused about life. We are ok even when situations around us may look dim because He is in control of our futures.
Friday, April 20, 2018
Barak seems to be asking the judge (Deborah) to come because of fear. Deborah relayed the message from God for Barak to bring out the 10,000 soldiers to go to battle against Sisera and be victorious.... [see more]
Barak seems to be asking the judge (Deborah) to come because of fear. Deborah relayed the message from God for Barak to bring out the 10,000 soldiers to go to battle against Sisera and be victorious.... [see more]
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Cycle of people who lack faith in God. People who have wavering faith cries out to God when they are in trouble and need help. When things are well, they turn away from God. God's continual saving u... [see more]
Cycle of people who lack faith in God. People who have wavering faith cries out to God when they are in trouble and need help. When things are well, they turn away from God. God's continual saving u... [see more]
Sunday, April 8, 2018
It's interesting how the chapter divisions end the same for chapters 15 (Jebusites) and 16 (people of Gezer). It seems to be an emphasis that the lack of obedience that leads to be a stumbling block i... [see more]
It's interesting how the chapter divisions end the same for chapters 15 (Jebusites) and 16 (people of Gezer). It seems to be an emphasis that the lack of obedience that leads to be a stumbling block i... [see more]
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
This must have been spoken when there was much fear in the hearts of people and Joshua. Let us, too, be bold and speak with the confidence that there is nothing impossible for God, even in state of fe... [see more]
This must have been spoken when there was much fear in the hearts of people and Joshua. Let us, too, be bold and speak with the confidence that there is nothing impossible for God, even in state of fe... [see more]
Thursday, March 8, 2018
This is a call to purity, not just for individuals, but as a nation, a people of God. We too are not called to be individuals, but the Church of Jesus Christ, a community of people who love God.
This is a call to purity, not just for individuals, but as a nation, a people of God. We too are not called to be individuals, but the Church of Jesus Christ, a community of people who love God.
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Tribe of Levi = us, the royal priesthood. What implications can that mean for us today? For starters, all of us are called to minister in the name of Jesus. The task does not belong to the leadershi... [see more]
Tribe of Levi = us, the royal priesthood. What implications can that mean for us today? For starters, all of us are called to minister in the name of Jesus. The task does not belong to the leadershi... [see more]
Friday, February 23, 2018
Just so everyone is clear on the message of this chapter, there are two covenants: one made with Moses (the one in the Old Testament, one we are reading today) and the new one (which is fulfilled by J... [see more]
Just so everyone is clear on the message of this chapter, there are two covenants: one made with Moses (the one in the Old Testament, one we are reading today) and the new one (which is fulfilled by J... [see more]
Thursday, February 15, 2018
God can be very practical and specific, especially as He guides us in future pursuits (our destinies, our next business ventures/plans, etc).
God can be very practical and specific, especially as He guides us in future pursuits (our destinies, our next business ventures/plans, etc).
Monday, February 12, 2018
Interesting... instead of 10% (tithe), God asked for 0.2% from fighting men 2% from the people. It may seem as if the “tithing” requirements were set lower here, but as we can see, the thanks offe... [see more]
Interesting... instead of 10% (tithe), God asked for 0.2% from fighting men 2% from the people. It may seem as if the “tithing” requirements were set lower here, but as we can see, the thanks offe... [see more]
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Our lives are in God's hands. When we are sick, depressed, successful, or even die, nothing is beyond the knowledge and ability of our God
Our lives are in God's hands. When we are sick, depressed, successful, or even die, nothing is beyond the knowledge and ability of our God
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Our being zealous (as the Lord is) toward the things in His heart pleases Him.
Our being zealous (as the Lord is) toward the things in His heart pleases Him.
Monday, February 5, 2018
Balaam failed to see two chapters ago... but God restored him to be able to see the things of God.
Balaam failed to see two chapters ago... but God restored him to be able to see the things of God.
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Verses 20 and 22 seem like a contradiction.... and this may be a bit extra biblical, but I think in this case, God was just allowing Balaam's hunger for money. I can probably find Scriptures where pro... [see more]
Verses 20 and 22 seem like a contradiction.... and this may be a bit extra biblical, but I think in this case, God was just allowing Balaam's hunger for money. I can probably find Scriptures where pro... [see more]
Friday, January 26, 2018
Let us trust in what God's going to do, and follow through even when things do not make sense to us. Let us obey when what God is telling us does not fit our logic.
Let us trust in what God's going to do, and follow through even when things do not make sense to us. Let us obey when what God is telling us does not fit our logic.
Monday, December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas everyone! Jesus' death and atonement for our sins blesses us and shows us God's glory ... even today, even now.
Merry Christmas everyone! Jesus' death and atonement for our sins blesses us and shows us God's glory ... even today, even now.
Saturday, December 21, 2013
The Detour, the roundabout way As I continue my journey of life with God, I see life is never a straight path. I may see something that God is pointing me to, but it is often not direct—get-it-now ... [see more]
The Detour, the roundabout way As I continue my journey of life with God, I see life is never a straight path. I may see something that God is pointing me to, but it is often not direct—get-it-now ... [see more]
Thursday, December 19, 2013
The Lord Protects You In our journeys of life, we find instances when we feel as if God is far away and not covering for us. These verses show us that when we remain in Him, as His children, we are p... [see more]
The Lord Protects You In our journeys of life, we find instances when we feel as if God is far away and not covering for us. These verses show us that when we remain in Him, as His children, we are p... [see more]
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Speaking against the culture It was not reasonable for some nobody to speak to the highest official in a superpower country. In fact, Pharaoh was worshiped as a god. Who would dare speak to him witho... [see more]
Speaking against the culture It was not reasonable for some nobody to speak to the highest official in a superpower country. In fact, Pharaoh was worshiped as a god. Who would dare speak to him witho... [see more]
Monday, December 16, 2013
Hardened Heart Sometimes, we don't want to believe that God exists. We harden our hearts and prevent our ability to be receptive to His promptings. We do this particularly when arrogance/pride, rejec... [see more]
Hardened Heart Sometimes, we don't want to believe that God exists. We harden our hearts and prevent our ability to be receptive to His promptings. We do this particularly when arrogance/pride, rejec... [see more]
Thursday, December 12, 2013
“Is that so, and who is the Lord? Why should I listen to him and...” This is the question that tacitly gets asked in our private moments, when we are in a rush, or maybe when we are involved in a... [see more]
“Is that so, and who is the Lord? Why should I listen to him and...” This is the question that tacitly gets asked in our private moments, when we are in a rush, or maybe when we are involved in a... [see more]
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
80% of success is being there. I hated that phrase, especially when I wanted to miss classes or sometimes even work. But it is true in many cases, that even if you were to come to class and doze off ... [see more]
80% of success is being there. I hated that phrase, especially when I wanted to miss classes or sometimes even work. But it is true in many cases, that even if you were to come to class and doze off ... [see more]
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Our doubts—let it grow to firm convictions. Throughout Scriptures, we see people who do mighty things for God filled with doubts—whether that is Abraham, Moses, or Gideon. When they first encoun... [see more]
Our doubts—let it grow to firm convictions. Throughout Scriptures, we see people who do mighty things for God filled with doubts—whether that is Abraham, Moses, or Gideon. When they first encoun... [see more]
Monday, December 9, 2013
God's Timeline. We tend to rush—just as our culture tells us to—to do this, do that; you need to be successful at a young age; you need to multitask more, and be better! Yet, time is all in God's... [see more]
God's Timeline. We tend to rush—just as our culture tells us to—to do this, do that; you need to be successful at a young age; you need to multitask more, and be better! Yet, time is all in God's... [see more]
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Your ability to bless—your prayers. Many people cower when they look at a hard situation, and fall back to “well, maybe we can pray.” When finding a mate, a job, something or anything, and time... [see more]
Your ability to bless—your prayers. Many people cower when they look at a hard situation, and fall back to “well, maybe we can pray.” When finding a mate, a job, something or anything, and time... [see more]
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
The story unfolds. Genesis ends with a happy ending—Jacob and his brothers are saved from the famine, and the brothers reunite. God promises Jacob that he and his family (and their descendants) wil... [see more]
The story unfolds. Genesis ends with a happy ending—Jacob and his brothers are saved from the famine, and the brothers reunite. God promises Jacob that he and his family (and their descendants) wil... [see more]
