Jul 31
“Woe to you, Pharisees. You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. First clean the inside of the cup and dish, and then the outside also will be clean” Matthew 23:25-26 Jesus was sternly talking to the Pharisees about their wrong perception of what God expects. They […]
Jul 25
“When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are not wise” 2 Corinthians10:12 (NIV) As we strive to grow closer to God, and develop our faith and character, we can tend to look around and see others who aren’t even trying. That can slow down our desire and focus. Comparing ourselves can rob us of […]
Jul 22
“A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult” Proverbs 12:16 (NIV) As we walk with God, our character will develop. An acid test to see how we are doing would be to examine how we “react” in adverse situations. How do we “react” when someone falsely accuses, lies about, hurts, or insults us? Are […]
Jul 9
“Our days may come to seventy years, or eighty, if our strength endures; for they quickly pass, and we fly away” Psalm 90:10 (NIV) This passage is contained in what is considered “a prayer of Moses”. It seems to me that life goes by faster and faster as I get older. I remember, as a young child, summer was a […]
Jul 7
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled” Matthew 5:6 (NIV) There’s a difference between the attitude of “I guess I should read my bible today and spend some time in prayer”. Verses, “I actually get the privilege of reading God’s words to me, and spending time impacting my life by talking […]
Jul 2
“Solomon paneled the main hall with pine and covered it with fine gold and decorated it with palm tree and chain designs. He adorned the temple with precious stones…” 2 Chronicles 3:5-6 (NIV) I always thought in was interesting how God wanted specific decorating for the temple that Solomon built for Him. It must have been beautiful. […]