Monthly Archives: November 2010
wild grapes
Isaiah 5:1-7. The LORD was frustrated with his vineyard (Israel and Judah). He planted and prepared it well, so expected a harvest of kindness. It produced wild grapes: injustice and violence. LORD, we want to produce the fruit of kindness … Continue reading
well, shut my mouth!
Psalm 107:41-43. Part of the joy of the Christian life is the testimony we have of what God has done for us, manifesting his steadfast love. When the wicked see what God has done for us, they shut their mouths. … Continue reading
no more swords and spears
Isaiah 2:4-5. The light of the LORD will some day bring peace between the nations, ending the need for swords and spears. But the prophet calls on God’s people to walk in that light (and that peace) today. LORD, make … Continue reading
repent or be consumed!
Isaiah 1:18-20. This promise of forgiveness comes from the heart of the God of justice, who is about to unleash disaster upon his own people for rebelling against him, but promises restoration to the repentant. LORD, help your own people … Continue reading
being patient and passionate
2 Kings 13:14f. Elisha had told Joash to strike the ground with arrows. These strikes were to represent the future victories Israel would have over Syria. But Joash was impatient, and struck the ground only three times. Thus he sealed … Continue reading
Spending in faith
Jehoida’s Chest 2 Kings 12. It is wrong to rob God by not contributing to his ministry (Malachi 3). It is also wrong for those in ministry to hoard those contributions instead of investing them. Kingdom work requires maintenance. LORD, … Continue reading
Guarding ourselves spiritually
Malachi 2:13-16. The prophet spoke to the men who were complaining that God no longer accepted their worship. He said that the LORD had been a witness at their first wedding. When they divorced and remarried, God punished them by … Continue reading
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