The Bible in a Year “It is good for a man that he bear the yoke in his youth.” —Lamentations 3:27 At first glance, describing a yoke as “good” sounds contradictory. A yoke was a wooden beam placed across the shoulders of working animals so they could pull a plow or carry a load. ItContinue reading “The Blessing Hidden in the Yoke”
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When Prayer Becomes Power Beyond Politics
On Second Thought There is a quiet tension that many believers carry when they think about leadership, authority, and prayer. It is not always easy to pray for those who lead us, especially when their decisions, values, or direction do not align with our own convictions. Yet Scripture calls us beyond preference and into responsibility.Continue reading “When Prayer Becomes Power Beyond Politics”
When God Calls, Speak Up
The content discusses the life lessons derived from the biblical book of Ezekiel, emphasizing the prophet’s call to proclaim uncomfortable truths about repentance and warning to the people in exile. It encourages modern believers to embrace their role as watchmen, speaking truth even when it’s unpopular, prioritizing obedience over outcomes.
Am I Somebody Else?
The piece emphasizes the societal tendency to defer responsibility to a mythical “Somebody Else.” It urges individuals to take action against injustice and moral decay, citing biblical teachings and the example of Rev. Donald Wildmon. Christians are called to be proactive in promoting ethical standards and expressing compassion in a challenging world.