Daily Archives: June 17, 2013

the L factor

Proverbs 15-16 We humans will make our plans, and do as we will, some walking in righteousness, others living selfishly and godlessly.  But there is another factor involved in the equation: the LORD.  He is watching over our lives, and … Continue reading

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stupidity 101

Proverbs 13-14 Stupidity comes naturally for humans.  We do not have to work at it.  But if we want further training, here are some helpful hints: Train your ears not to listen to rebuke (13:1), to despise the word (13:13), … Continue reading

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the lion has roared

Amos 3 Amos has to remind the people of Israel that the prophets do not speak for nothing.  They proclaim warnings of judgment because God judges his people when they live in sin.  The is the same God the New … Continue reading

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