Going to memorial services for two friends this month gives one pause. One year ago, this week, my family faced our own crisis. It was a startling opportunity to practice what I preach. ◊ First of all, I am not a… Read More ›
Family
The Dedication in NEHEMIAH 12
Even with our sincere and honest confession of sin to God, we will often drift back into old patterns and ways. How does God deal with this? ◊ At some point in our lives, we all have what many refer to… Read More ›
On Death and Dying
Two friends died this week. With death and dying comes perspective and holy homage to God for the breath of life. ◊ It seems that death is more palpable in recent years. Of course we’ve all had people we know… Read More ›
The Reading in NEHEMIAH 8
Reading the Law books in the Old Testament can be either very boring or very convicting. When Nehemiah had Ezra read the Scriptures aloud to the Jewish people, their reaction was dramatic. What’s in this for us? ◊ Have you ever… Read More ›
Christian All Stars
Given Major League Baseball’s All Star game was played this week in beautiful Dodger Stadium, I’m reminded of a game several years ago and an event featuring Christian ballplayer testimonies. ◊ (from Biblical Viewpoint, 07/04/15, Christian Ballplayers) When professional ballplayers share… Read More ›
The People in NEHEMIAH 7
God is not mocked or thwarted. His plans and purposes are big. Only in retrospect and study of the Bible can we begin to understand His actions and impact on people, kings, and nations. ◊ The Bible is full of names… Read More ›
The Muslim, Jewish, Catholic Family
This very week I was reminded of an encounter 7 years ago while at the same restaurant in southern California. Fleeting are the moments and opportunities we all have to share our faith and lives. ◊ Seven years ago while… Read More ›
Truth on the 4th of July?
Beyond barbeques and fireworks, we will be faced again this 4th of July weekend with stories of America’s past and origins. Is it true? What is truth? Here are 5 keys to effectively discern truth, on anything. ◊ So what is… Read More ›
The Enemy in NEHEMIAH 6
There is a lying and conniving enemy opposed to the work of Nehemiah and the Jewish people in Jerusalem. One can read it literally as well as spiritually. How do you approach this topic of spiritual opposition in life? ◊ Most… Read More ›
The Good Father Model – Abraham
On Father’s Day, here’s a model of a good father. Not a perfect one, only good. Abraham, the one in the Bible, the Father of the Hebrew nation, was normal and imperfect. An excellent good father model. ♦ If you’ve… Read More ›
The Disaffection in NEHEMIAH 5
When people of wealth and civic leadership are in a position to lend money or provide wages in challenging times, they have a choice: be fair, greedy or generous. How does Nehemiah handle it? ◊ Product shortages, inflationary prices, and social… Read More ›
The Opposition in NEHEMIAH 4
Have you ever felt like someone is literally whispering in your ear that you are a loser or a failure? How do you respond? How do you defend yourself from spiritual bullying? ◊
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