“The kingdom of heaven is like a [very precious] treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and hid again; then in his joy he goes and sells all he has and buys that field [securing the treasure for himself]. Matthew 13:44 The record book is old and faded, the pages yellowed. ...
Read More »Are You Flogging the Donkey?
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 »The Lord’s Prayer: How to Live “On Earth as It Is In Heaven”
Come on, we all know it. “Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matthew 6:9-10) Of course we know the rest, but let’s pause right there for a moment. Let’s consider some questions. ...
Read More »Lining Up Expectations with Scripture
The forecast for today: 102 degrees. A transplant to the south, the heat is something I have to prepare myself for. The forecast helps me; I know what to expect and plan accordingly. Not every expectation works out quite so well. Plans go awry, wishes aren’t always fulfilled, and more ...
Read More »Our Hope: The King Enters Jerusalem
“Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, Lowly and riding on a donkey, A colt, the foal of a donkey.” Zechariah 9:9 (NKJV) The holy city of Jerusalem was filled with travelers who ...
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