In the Bible, Numbers 22 carries a very powerful story about a seemingly stubborn donkey. You see, Balaam was summoned by a mighty king to come over and lay a curse on the Israelites. God advised him not to go, but he insisted on going anyway. He stood to gain ...
Read More »A Personal Letter Signed: Your Friend, The King
Your Friend, The King: This is the signature of every passage found in God’s Word! In John 15, Jesus reveals to us that when we invite Him into our life, He becomes not only our King–He makes Himself our Friend: No one has greater love [no one has shown stronger affection] ...
Read More »The Healthy Side of Judgment
“For the Lord is our judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king; he will save us.” ~ Isaiah 33:22 Earlier this week, I sat on a panel of three as we interviewed potential job candidates. The job entails working in two different buildings, so both building ...
Read More »King David’s Example: A Different View
King David’s life had two sides. He was a warrior, chosen by God to rule when he was a lowly shepherd boy with several impressive older brothers. He lived with God’s favor on his life for many of his years, and today he is still known as “a man after ...
Read More »Is It Possible to be Like the Proverbs 31 Woman?
What is a virtuous woman? Many definitions describe her as: a woman having or showing high moral standards, a woman who is morally excellent or an upright and righteous woman who conforms to ethical principles. The king in Proverbs describes her this way: Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above ...
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