3 and observe what the Lord your God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws and regulations… (1 Kings 2:3 CSB) A good father would never let his child keep something that could harm them. The child may want to keep and play with a deadly snake or scorpion, but as good … Read more
10 While he was reclining at the table in the house, many tax collectors and sinners came to eat with Jesus and his disciples. 11 When the Pharisees saw this, they asked his disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” (Matthew 9:10-11 CSB) I, pretty much, grew up in one church or another. I … Read more
34 At that, the whole town went out to meet Jesus. When they saw him, they begged him to leave their region. (Matthew 8:34 CSB) Even when Jesus was performing great miracles he was not always wanted. Of course, His message was so controversial for the time that He was ultimately crucified. But, as we know, … Read more
12 Therefore, since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every hindrance and the sin that so easily ensnares us. Let us run with endurance the race that lies before us, (Hebrews 12:1 CSB) I love to watch clouds. The bigger the better. There is something fascinating in how they … Read more
8 “Lord,” the centurion replied, “I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Matthew 8:8 CSB) The story of the centurion’s servant runs from Matthew 8:5-13 and speaks to the strength of faith. The centurion commanded soldiers and slaves. He knew that … Read more