The number seven is a symbol of completion. Christ sees us perfectly and righteously. The question, as we soon celebrate our risen Savior, is this—how do we see Him? Is Jesus, as Mathew said, “marvelous in our eyes?” The Jewish builders, the Scribes and the Pharisees, rejected Him. We who ...
Read More »The Light Shines From the Law
Have you read Leviticus lately? Most would have to say, “No.” Many would say, “I don’t need to; I don’t live under law. I live under grace.” I say, “You don’t know what you are missing! There is great joy to be found in those pages. The light shines from ...
Read More »Grafted Into God’s Elect Family
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses wrote an exciting recap for the Jewish people of all that God did throughout their journey from bondage in Egypt until they prepared to enter the Promised Land. Every time I read this awesome book, I realize again how much God loves people–especially His ...
Read More »New Lease on Life At A Yard Sale
“Christ has given us this command: Whoever loves God must also love his brother.” 1 John 4:21 (NIV) I love yard sales! There is no telling what treasures one may find among another person’s junk. But one man found something quite unexpected–a new lease on life. Don Herbert is a ...
Read More »Our Hope: His Will
“Your kingdom come.. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew 6:10 (NKJV) “YOUR will be done … “. The text does not state my will. It does not read our will. Jesus said it, and He said it quite clearly. He was speaking of the Father, and ...
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