The Bible in a Year “And they shall teach my people the difference between the holy and profane, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean.” — Ezekiel 44:23 Ezekiel 44 belongs to the prophet’s vision of a restored temple, renewed worship, and a people once again living under the holy ruleContinue reading “Learning to See the Difference”
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When a Lie Comforts the Wrong Heart
The Bible in a Year “With lies ye have made the heart of the righteous sad, whom I have not made sad; and strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not return from his wicked way, by promising him life.” —Ezekiel 13:22 Ezekiel ministered during a spiritually confusing time. Jerusalem was moving towardContinue reading “When a Lie Comforts the Wrong Heart”
When Comfort Becomes Cruel
The Bible in a Year “Your prophets have seen for you false and deceptive visions; they have not exposed your iniquity to restore your fortunes, but have seen for you oracles that are false and misleading” (Lamentations 2:14). Lamentations takes us inside the grief of a city that would not listen until the consequences ofContinue reading “When Comfort Becomes Cruel”
WHEN A LITTLE ERROR BECOMES A LONG DETOUR
On Second Thought There are few things more frustrating than discovering that you have been traveling in the wrong direction for a long time. You may have been moving steadily, confidently, and even enthusiastically, only to realize that the road you trusted was taking you farther from your destination. Spiritually, deception often works that way.Continue reading “WHEN A LITTLE ERROR BECOMES A LONG DETOUR”
Anchored in the Truth: Discerning God’s Voice in a World of Noise
DID YOU KNOW? Did You Know that the original apostolic eyewitnesses didn’t base their faith on clever myths, but on real historical encounters with Jesus on the mountaintop? When we navigate our daily walk with God, it is incredibly easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of spiritual opinions, interpretations, and modern doctrines circulatingContinue reading “Anchored in the Truth: Discerning God’s Voice in a World of Noise”
The Example Others Are Already Following
DID YOU KNOW Did You Know? Someone is learning how to follow Christ by watching you. Whether we realize it or not, God has woven imitation into human nature. Children absorb the attitudes of their parents long before they understand their words. New believers often learn the rhythms of Christian living by observing mature believers.Continue reading “The Example Others Are Already Following”
Truth with Open Hearts and Wise Doors
DID YOU KNOW Did You Know? Christian love is never separated from biblical truth. John’s brief second letter may seem surprisingly stern when he warns believers not to welcome those who deliberately spread false teaching about Christ (2 John 9–11). At first glance, his words can appear to contradict the love Jesus commanded. Yet theContinue reading “Truth with Open Hearts and Wise Doors”
TESTED BY THE WORD
As the Day Ends “But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you…” — 2 Peter 2:1 As the evening settles in, it is comforting to remember that God has not left His people without guidance. In a world overflowing with opinions, spiritual claims, and persuasiveContinue reading “TESTED BY THE WORD”
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 Decisions Are Made Without God
The Bible in a Year “And the men took of their victuals, and asked not counsel at the mouth of the Lord.” — Joshua 9:14 One of the most sobering lessons in the Old Testament is how easily God’s people can make serious mistakes when they act without seeking the Lord’s guidance. Joshua 9 recordsContinue reading “When Decisions Are Made Without God”