23 …. because the Lord was with him, and the Lord made everything that he did successful. (Genesis 39:23b CSB) When talking about our successes in life, how many of us reflect on them in this way? Some may, but mostly we think that success comes at our own hand. That we have gotten where we are through hard … Read more
3 Therefore do whatever they tell you, and observe it. But don’t do what they do, because they don’t practice what they teach. 4 They tie up heavy loads that are hard to carry[a] and put them on people’s shoulders, but they themselves aren’t willing to lift a finger to move them. (Matthew 23:3-4 CSB) This world is filled … Read more
15 The spiritual person, however, can evaluate[a] everything, and yet he himself cannot be evaluated by anyone. 16 For who has known the Lord’s mind,that he may instruct him?[b] But we have the mind of Christ. (1 Corinthians 2:15-16 CSB) Are you in your right mind? No, seriously, consider for a moment if you are in your right mind? … Read more
21 Indeed, we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only before the Lord but also before people. (2 Corinthians 8:21 CSB) Most people are considerate about their lives and doing the right thing. You do not typically have to ask people to do this. I think that is one of the redeeming qualities of … Read more
7 So honor will come to you who believe; but for the unbelieving, The stone that the builders rejected—this one has become the cornerstone,[g] 8 and A stone to stumble over,and a rock to trip over.[h] They stumble because they disobey the word; they were destined for this. (1 Peter 2:7-8 CSB) Our scripture today is referring to … Read more