“The future glory of this present temple will be greater than the splendor of the former temple; and in this house I will give peace and prosperity. I the Lord Almighty have spoken.” “Who is left among you that can remember this house in its former glory?” (2:3). I once worked for a well-to-do church.… Read More This New House – A Meditation on Haggai 2: 9
“I will give you one more chance to bow down and worship the statue I have made when you hear the sound of the musical instruments. But if you refuse, you will be thrown immediately into the blazing furnace. And then what god will be able to rescue you from my power?” Shadrach, Meshach, and… Read More Willing to Lose – A Meditation on Daniel 3:15-18
“Then he returned and found the disciples asleep. He said to Peter, “Simon, are you asleep? Couldn’t you watch with me even one hour? Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” Then Jesus left them again and prayed the same prayer… Read More Keep Watch with Me (Part 2) – A Meditation on Mark 14:37-40
“Then Jesus said to the disciples, “Have faith in God. I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. I tell you, you can… Read More Faith and Forgiveness – A Meditation on Mark 11:22-25
“Let me illustrate this further. Who is powerful enough to enter the house of a strong man like Satan and plunder his goods? Only someone even stronger—someone who could tie him up and then plunder his house” (NLT). One thing scripture is absolutely clear about is that we are in battle. This battle is not… Read More Strongest Man Contest – A Meditation on Mark 3:27
“Don’t misunderstand why I have come. I did not come to abolish the law of Moses or the writings of the prophets. No, I came to accomplish their purpose” – Matt. 5:17 (NLT). The Bible speaks about the law often. The law is a general term, and frequently a confusing one, that is used throughout… Read More The Law is Love – A Meditation Matthew 5:17
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