You’ll never guess where I began learning the scores—hundreds, really—of Bible verses that have filled my mind for about a half century. It was at Eastside Elementary School in Elizabethton, Tennessee. This small redbrick schoolhouse was two blocks from my house, and I spent six happy years of my life there. Thankfully, the prohibition againstContinue reading “Putting Scripture Where We Won’t Lose It”
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Sowing Seeds of Compassion
The passage Matthew 9:35-38 reflects biblical themes of compassion and mission, emphasizing God’s care for His people and the call for active discipleship. Contemporary relevance includes addressing societal needs with empathy and action. Insights from scholars France and Calvin deepen understanding of Jesus’ ministry and the believer’s role in God’s redemptive mission. Believers are challenged to live out the passage’s call to trust in God’s sovereignty, actively participating in His work with faith and reliance on the Holy Spirit. Its relevance to contemporary challenges involves addressing injustice and spiritual hunger while cultivating deeper faith and reliance on God’s power and presence. The passage holds guidance for the contemporary church, urging compassionate outreach and embracing its transformative mission.
A Personal Request to You
In the quiet moments of morning and as the sun sets in the evening, we find ourselves drawn closer to the Word, seeking understanding, comfort, and guidance. It’s in these precious times of meditation and prayer that Scripture opens up to us, revealing depths we might not have glimpsed in the rush of our dailyContinue reading “A Personal Request to You”
Into the Text…
Title: “Answering the Call: Lessons from Matthew 4:18-22” Introduction In the sacred pages of the Holy Bible, there are passages that not only recount the events of ancient times but also carry profound spiritual lessons that resonate with us today. One such passage is found in Matthew 4:18-22, where Jesus calls His first disciples byContinue reading “Into the Text…”
Night and Day Under the Hide of Me
Reading: Psalm 1 Reflection: The opening of the book of Psalms is an invitation to reject any so-called wisdom or way of being that does not align with God’s goodness. The reason is simple: following what the Psalm calls wickedness leads to destruction, a deeply broken life, and a deeply broken world. On the otherContinue reading “Night and Day Under the Hide of Me”
Intentional Faith 