Qualified
In Colossians 1:12-18, the Apostle Paul gives the saints in Colossae (and us) many reasons to provide the Father with thanks. The powerful descriptions of Jesus (He is…) and His creative works are all food for the soul....
Tomb to Table
This mental picture struck me: “So they gave a dinner for him there. Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those reclining with him at the table (emphasis mine)” (John 12:2 ESV). Why was I so struck?...
Seasoned Believers
In Luke chapter 2, we read the thanksgiving of two seasoned “believers” who had deep prayer lives. Anna, who worshiped the Lord with fasting and prayer night and day; and Simeon, whose intercession had ultimately resulted in a...
Peaceful Habitation
When it came to the Israelite army, all men over twenty were enlisted. However, Israel’s victories were not contingent on its military number and power; instead, their triumphs came through the presence of God. Because victories were...
Surely Not I
The word of the Lord must have rocked everyone in the room, “Truly, truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me” (John 13:21). It had been just a few hours ago, they all had...
Shining
Continuing with the types and shadows of the Amorites, the fourth king in the Amorite spirit quintet was Japhia. Japhia means “shining” and is the spirit behind all those driven to be seen. Jesus spoke about the...