All tagged OT prophets and historical books
In ministry, there are times when we have to speak truth to power. We see amazing examples of this throughout Scripture: Nathan confronting David on his sin with a story, the three telling Nebuchadnezzar they wouldn’t bow down, Jesus conversing with Pilate…. But we must do so knowing that we don’t always know what the outcome will be.
But into the darkness, God sends his light. It’s what he has been doing since the beginning. “Let there be light” were the first words spoken.
Scott Sauls writes, “Christians possess resources in Christ to pursue harmony between individuals and groups who could not possibly come together, let alone love one another, outside of Christ.”
We must do a better job of learning to see how God is at work. We aren’t called upon to wage war in the way of the world. It’s not all up to us. We don’t need to fight fire with fire.
For the great dis-ease among us and in us may not be the pestilence itself, but the way we react to, ignore, and weaponize the suffering of others.
Jeremiah says to settle in. Adapt, adjust, and find ways to make a meaningful life in a new environment.
One of the characters in the Bible who has impacted my life most profoundly is Elijah, because there is so much we can learn from his life and legacy.
Our respect for previous generations often creates a crisis when the moment comes for our generation to assume responsibility for the Lord’s work.
Christian teenagers have a message from the Lord for the church, and they have truth bursting from their souls about morality that it would behoove the church to hear.
An open pulpit is a means of grace God has always used to reach a diverse group of people.
Isaiah sees the true king only after the human king is dead. Judah’s king Uzziah has died, yet their true king, the God of Israel, is still very much alive.
Our lack of familiarity with true royal experience keeps us from fully appreciating the royal language of Scripture and worship.
What is the difference between reasoned encouragement that penetrates the soul and glib phrases that skate off our skin?
I recommend the book to those experiencing divorce and those in ministries to such friends or groups, and I recommend it without reservation.
Jonah is often thought of as a children's story complete with a big fish, but the real message of Jonah is an adult one with an opportunity to stretch our understanding of God and salvation.
Many churches feel as if they have been through war. Advent offers the possibility of helping to heal the wounds of war in our midst.
