In today’s Bible reading*, Jesus offers comfort to those who would follow Him. “Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take up my yoke and learn from me, because I am lowly and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For…
In today’s Bible reading*, we see a lot about what the Disciples were commissioned to do, but Jesus didn’t tell them how to go about it. One obvious point is that not once did He say anything about setting up a building as a center for ministry. In light of Jesus’ commissions for His Disciples…
In today’s Bible reading* we’re told several stories of faith. The words “faith” (noun) and “believe” (verb) are the same Greek word. They are used three times in the passage. Not all of the stories include the words faith/believe. But faith/believe is implied in the story. For instance, in the first paragraph, Matthew tells us…
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines himProverbs 18:17 (CSB) There is nothing covered that won’t be uncovered, nothing hidden that won’t be made known. Luke 12:2 (CSB) 2 Chronicles 7:14 #PrayForAmerica#WeNeedRevival#PrayForTruthToBeRevealed
I’m glad the Navigators (the organization that designed this year’s Daily Bible Reading Plan) placed the readings from James to follow Galatians. Some — even the Reformer Martin Luther — don’t like James. But this is a good way to show the balance between faith and good deeds. In today’s Bible reading*, James concludes the…
In Galatians 4:6–7*, Paul brings out the fact that believers are not servants; they are sons. There is a tremendous difference between the responsibilities of a servant and the privileges of a son. Several years ago, some friends of ours adopted a baby girl from an unwed teen. It was a win-win-win and to this…
