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Wednesday, June 20, 2018
This is a message that speaks to our joked-around ministry of “eating.” I think it is of greatest honor to invite someone to eat with another (especially if the other person may not be in positio... [see more]
This is a message that speaks to our joked-around ministry of “eating.” I think it is of greatest honor to invite someone to eat with another (especially if the other person may not be in positio... [see more]
Friday, June 1, 2018
Being a child of God does not mean absence of problems. It may also mean we have to temporarily be not-who-we-are to adapt. This hurts and may even require alienation from everyone, including friends.... [see more]
Being a child of God does not mean absence of problems. It may also mean we have to temporarily be not-who-we-are to adapt. This hurts and may even require alienation from everyone, including friends.... [see more]
Thursday, May 31, 2018
What I am concerned about here is the development of Saul. It shows that we too can become like this. He started out small, with not much to offer except for perhaps his good looks and height, which w... [see more]
What I am concerned about here is the development of Saul. It shows that we too can become like this. He started out small, with not much to offer except for perhaps his good looks and height, which w... [see more]
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
What could prophecy mean? I think, Saul and his men were given visions and feelings that were compelling that killing David is not the right thing to do. That may be why even though many soldiers incl... [see more]
What could prophecy mean? I think, Saul and his men were given visions and feelings that were compelling that killing David is not the right thing to do. That may be why even though many soldiers incl... [see more]
Monday, May 28, 2018
Our confidence that comes from our relationship, which is built over time as we experience God coming through over and over again, can look like pride and deceit (or other negative characteristics) to... [see more]
Our confidence that comes from our relationship, which is built over time as we experience God coming through over and over again, can look like pride and deceit (or other negative characteristics) to... [see more]
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Role of a servant before becoming a king. Anyone that is called to the marketplace, I often refer to them as kings, or people with a kingly role. Their greatest character, the king’s greatest chara... [see more]
Role of a servant before becoming a king. Anyone that is called to the marketplace, I often refer to them as kings, or people with a kingly role. Their greatest character, the king’s greatest chara... [see more]
Friday, May 25, 2018
Saul turned into a great king who protected his people, took action, and made kingly decisions to strike when necessary. He began as a boy that was hiding several chapters ago who felt he couldn't tak... [see more]
Saul turned into a great king who protected his people, took action, and made kingly decisions to strike when necessary. He began as a boy that was hiding several chapters ago who felt he couldn't tak... [see more]
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
This verse begs if we should be more angry today. Here Saul gets flared up as he hears news that some of his people are going to have their eyes gouged out by a stronger army that would do this just ... [see more]
This verse begs if we should be more angry today. Here Saul gets flared up as he hears news that some of his people are going to have their eyes gouged out by a stronger army that would do this just ... [see more]
Sunday, May 20, 2018
God can use people who has wealth, power, and influence. He can bring such people about from most unexpected places/peoples (e.g. smallest tribe).
God can use people who has wealth, power, and influence. He can bring such people about from most unexpected places/peoples (e.g. smallest tribe).
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
How amazing that a businessman / entrepreneur is able to say to the people that are basically taking his crops that he (and God) blesses them? Here Boaz recognized that the poor would come and try to ... [see more]
How amazing that a businessman / entrepreneur is able to say to the people that are basically taking his crops that he (and God) blesses them? Here Boaz recognized that the poor would come and try to ... [see more]
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
I think this is setup for a breakthrough of God. We may feel this way at times, but many of us know how it ends in few more chapters.
I think this is setup for a breakthrough of God. We may feel this way at times, but many of us know how it ends in few more chapters.
Saturday, May 5, 2018
The crux of this chapter is in verse 6. Other verses describe how people made idols and established priests as they are fit (not priests for God, but as a position that serves their interests). At ti... [see more]
The crux of this chapter is in verse 6. Other verses describe how people made idols and established priests as they are fit (not priests for God, but as a position that serves their interests). At ti... [see more]
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
I wonder how Samson knew that by cutting off his hair he would lose his strength. 1. He never cut his hair before, so did he believe this out of faith that if he disobeys God, then God would immediat... [see more]
I wonder how Samson knew that by cutting off his hair he would lose his strength. 1. He never cut his hair before, so did he believe this out of faith that if he disobeys God, then God would immediat... [see more]
Sunday, April 29, 2018
I love these interactions where God honors our requests, answers them, then when we have more questions, we can ask, and He guides us. This encourages me to keep on asking God when I feel uncertain an... [see more]
I love these interactions where God honors our requests, answers them, then when we have more questions, we can ask, and He guides us. This encourages me to keep on asking God when I feel uncertain an... [see more]
Friday, April 27, 2018
God can use outcasts, people who are hopeless, rejected, and lost/confused about life. We are ok even when situations around us may look dim because He is in control of our futures.
God can use outcasts, people who are hopeless, rejected, and lost/confused about life. We are ok even when situations around us may look dim because He is in control of our futures.
Friday, April 20, 2018
Barak seems to be asking the judge (Deborah) to come because of fear. Deborah relayed the message from God for Barak to bring out the 10,000 soldiers to go to battle against Sisera and be victorious.... [see more]
Barak seems to be asking the judge (Deborah) to come because of fear. Deborah relayed the message from God for Barak to bring out the 10,000 soldiers to go to battle against Sisera and be victorious.... [see more]
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Cycle of people who lack faith in God. People who have wavering faith cries out to God when they are in trouble and need help. When things are well, they turn away from God. God's continual saving u... [see more]
Cycle of people who lack faith in God. People who have wavering faith cries out to God when they are in trouble and need help. When things are well, they turn away from God. God's continual saving u... [see more]
Sunday, April 8, 2018
It's interesting how the chapter divisions end the same for chapters 15 (Jebusites) and 16 (people of Gezer). It seems to be an emphasis that the lack of obedience that leads to be a stumbling block i... [see more]
It's interesting how the chapter divisions end the same for chapters 15 (Jebusites) and 16 (people of Gezer). It seems to be an emphasis that the lack of obedience that leads to be a stumbling block i... [see more]
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
This must have been spoken when there was much fear in the hearts of people and Joshua. Let us, too, be bold and speak with the confidence that there is nothing impossible for God, even in state of fe... [see more]
This must have been spoken when there was much fear in the hearts of people and Joshua. Let us, too, be bold and speak with the confidence that there is nothing impossible for God, even in state of fe... [see more]
Thursday, March 8, 2018
This is a call to purity, not just for individuals, but as a nation, a people of God. We too are not called to be individuals, but the Church of Jesus Christ, a community of people who love God.
This is a call to purity, not just for individuals, but as a nation, a people of God. We too are not called to be individuals, but the Church of Jesus Christ, a community of people who love God.
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Tribe of Levi = us, the royal priesthood. What implications can that mean for us today? For starters, all of us are called to minister in the name of Jesus. The task does not belong to the leadershi... [see more]
Tribe of Levi = us, the royal priesthood. What implications can that mean for us today? For starters, all of us are called to minister in the name of Jesus. The task does not belong to the leadershi... [see more]
Friday, February 23, 2018
Just so everyone is clear on the message of this chapter, there are two covenants: one made with Moses (the one in the Old Testament, one we are reading today) and the new one (which is fulfilled by J... [see more]
Just so everyone is clear on the message of this chapter, there are two covenants: one made with Moses (the one in the Old Testament, one we are reading today) and the new one (which is fulfilled by J... [see more]
Thursday, February 15, 2018
God can be very practical and specific, especially as He guides us in future pursuits (our destinies, our next business ventures/plans, etc).
God can be very practical and specific, especially as He guides us in future pursuits (our destinies, our next business ventures/plans, etc).
Monday, February 12, 2018
Interesting... instead of 10% (tithe), God asked for 0.2% from fighting men 2% from the people. It may seem as if the “tithing” requirements were set lower here, but as we can see, the thanks offe... [see more]
Interesting... instead of 10% (tithe), God asked for 0.2% from fighting men 2% from the people. It may seem as if the “tithing” requirements were set lower here, but as we can see, the thanks offe... [see more]
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Our lives are in God's hands. When we are sick, depressed, successful, or even die, nothing is beyond the knowledge and ability of our God
Our lives are in God's hands. When we are sick, depressed, successful, or even die, nothing is beyond the knowledge and ability of our God
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Our being zealous (as the Lord is) toward the things in His heart pleases Him.
Our being zealous (as the Lord is) toward the things in His heart pleases Him.
Monday, February 5, 2018
Balaam failed to see two chapters ago... but God restored him to be able to see the things of God.
Balaam failed to see two chapters ago... but God restored him to be able to see the things of God.
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Verses 20 and 22 seem like a contradiction.... and this may be a bit extra biblical, but I think in this case, God was just allowing Balaam's hunger for money. I can probably find Scriptures where pro... [see more]
Verses 20 and 22 seem like a contradiction.... and this may be a bit extra biblical, but I think in this case, God was just allowing Balaam's hunger for money. I can probably find Scriptures where pro... [see more]
Friday, January 26, 2018
Let us trust in what God's going to do, and follow through even when things do not make sense to us. Let us obey when what God is telling us does not fit our logic.
Let us trust in what God's going to do, and follow through even when things do not make sense to us. Let us obey when what God is telling us does not fit our logic.
Monday, December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas everyone! Jesus' death and atonement for our sins blesses us and shows us God's glory ... even today, even now.
Merry Christmas everyone! Jesus' death and atonement for our sins blesses us and shows us God's glory ... even today, even now.
