I speak the truth in Christ—I am not lying, my conscience confirms it through the Holy Spirit— 2 I have great sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. 3 For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my people, those of my own race, 4 the people of Israel. Chapters 9-11 of the Book of... Continue Reading →
Psalm 147: Praying Through The Psalms
Praise the Lord. How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and fitting to praise him! The Lord builds up Jerusalem; he gathers the exiles of Israel (Ps. 147:1-2). Heavenly Father, you are worthy to receive honor and praise from our lips. For it is fitting and right to praise you. For... Continue Reading →
Psalm 86: Praying Through The Psalms
Hear me, Lord, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. Guard my life, for I am faithful to you; save your servant who trusts in you. You are my God; have mercy on me, Lord, for I call to you all day long. Bring joy to your servant, Lord, for I put my... Continue Reading →
Modern Bible Commentary On Romans 7
Do you not know, brothers and sisters, for I am speaking to those who know the law—that the law has authority over someone only as long as that person lives? 2 For example, by law a married woman is bound to her husband as long as he is alive, but if her husband dies, she is released... Continue Reading →
Poem: Good Friday Sacrifice
"What is Truth?" said Pontius Pilate. He turned to the crowd full of riot. "I find no guilty charge in Him." This King of the Jews is without sin. So, "Do you want Jesus alive or dead?" Crucify Him! The crowd eagerly said. Reluctant, the governor gave the command. Even though this was God's sovereign... Continue Reading →
Poem: Morning Peace On The Front Porch
As I nestle on my porch The morning dew Rises with the sun A new day has begun. Before loved ones awake I capture this moment As the early birds chirp Tranquility of creation Beckons adulation. Open my Bible to Psalms The word of Life in my palms Scripture is honey to my soul I... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Sing to the Lord a New Song in 2020
"Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples." -Psalm 96:1-3 In just a few short hours, the clock will turn to a new decade:... Continue Reading →
The Poor Are Also Created in the Image of God
“If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him? Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with action and in truth.” (1 John 3:17-18) Wow. I must confess, this passage is difficult for me... Continue Reading →
How Do We Fish For The Souls Of Humankind?
"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will send you out to fish for people." -Matthew 4:19 Three years ago, my son and I were playing the Catch and Count Fishing Game by Melissa and Doug company. The fishing rods have a magnet attached at the end of the pole that connects with another magnetic circle on... Continue Reading →
Dear Church, Love Always Triumphs Over Hate.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on... Continue Reading →