When Sin Shapes a Nation The Bible in a Year “And he shall give Israel up because of the sins of Jeroboam, who did sin, and who made Israel to sin.” — 1 Kings 14:16 As I read through this portion of Scripture, I cannot help but pause over the weight of that phrase, “HeContinue reading “The Cost of a Compromised Heart”
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When God’s Favor Becomes Visible to the World
The Bible in a Year “Blessed be the Lord thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel; because the Lord loved Israel forever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice.” — 1 Kings 10:9 As I walk through this portion of Scripture, I find myself standingContinue reading “When God’s Favor Becomes Visible to the World”
When God’s Favor Becomes Visible to the World
The Bible in a Year “Blessed be the Lord thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel; because the Lord loved Israel forever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice.” — 1 Kings 10:9 As I walk through this portion of Scripture, I find myself standingContinue reading “When God’s Favor Becomes Visible to the World”
Where Prayer Begins
A Heart That Honors God First The Bible in a Year “And he said, Lord God of Israel, there is no God like thee, in heaven above, or on earth beneath, who keepest covenant and mercy with thy servants that walk before thee with all their heart.” — 1 Kings 8:23 As I walk throughContinue reading “Where Prayer Begins”
Forged for God’s House
The Making of a Faithful Servant The Bible in a Year “He was a widow’s son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass; and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and skill to work all works in brass. And he came to King Solomon,Continue reading “Forged for God’s House”
The Wisdom That Separates Life From Ruin
The Bible in a Year As we continue our journey through Scripture, we come to one of the most insightful prayers ever recorded—Solomon’s request at the beginning of his reign. Standing at Gibeon, newly crowned and fully aware of his limitations, Solomon does not ask for power, wealth, or longevity. Instead, he prays, “Give thereforeContinue reading “The Wisdom That Separates Life From Ruin”
When God Is at the Center
The Power of a Gathered People The Bible in a Year “And the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembled together at Shiloh, and set up the tabernacle of the congregation there. And the land was subdued before them.” (Joshua 18:1) As I read this moment in Israel’s history, I cannot help but noticeContinue reading “When God Is at the Center”
Finishing Well and Leading Strong
David’s Final Charge The Bible in a Year “I go the way of all the earth; be thou strong therefore, and show thyself a man.” — 1 Kings 2:2 As I walk through this portion of Scripture, I find myself standing beside King David in his final moments. There is a gravity here that cannotContinue reading “Finishing Well and Leading Strong”
The Rhythm of Rescue
Calling, Praising, and Trusting God The Bible in a Year As I continue this journey through Scripture, I find myself drawn into the testimony of David in 2 Samuel 22:4: “I will call on the Lord, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from mine enemies.” This is not merely aContinue reading “The Rhythm of Rescue”
Called, Prepared, and Sent
The Weight of Faithful Service The Bible in a Year “Joab [said] to Cushi, Go tell the king what thou hast seen. And Cushi bowed himself unto Joab, and ran.” (2 Samuel 18:21) As we continue our journey through Scripture, we encounter a brief but revealing moment in the life of David’s kingdom. The battleContinue reading “Called, Prepared, and Sent”