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Category Archives: courage
an unappreciated truth
Jeremiah 20 Jeremiah knew what it was like to proclaim the word of the LORD among a people who have rejected it. Because he spoke an unappreciated truth, he was shamefully and violently treated by the very people who should … Continue reading
he is watching
Jeremiah 1:11-19 The LORD used visions to convey information about his plans to Jeremiah, and those visions suggested words which were key to understanding his plans. The almond branch (shaqed) implied that the LORD was watching over (shoqed) his word … Continue reading
silent partner
Psalm 142 A person is only as strong as the partners by his side. Yet, there are some times when we look at our side and see no one who can help. That’s when we have to trust the silent … Continue reading
unstoppable
Isaiah 36-37 The King of Assyria boasted that the LORD could not stop him, and he had evidence on his side. None of the other gods of the other lands could stop the king’s invasions. Hezekiah and Isaiah prayed. Their … Continue reading
being God’s dominion
Psalm 114 While living in New Zealand, my wife and I visited a huge lamb farm. We took a tour of the farm which consisted of riding in the back of a pickup truck and viewing thousands of sheep while … Continue reading
miracles in the land of Ham
Psalm 105 This psalm was a comfort for the Israelites who found themselves in exile in foreign lands, because it recalled all the times that the LORD defended, protected, and avenged Israel when they were in foreign lands among foreign … Continue reading
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the LORD, who is hiding his face
Isaiah 7-8 In times of spiritual darkness, lost people either dread or trust in political means, or are “drawn into occult gibberish” (ESV study bible). Isaiah calls on the remnant to stay true to the LORD, even when he seems … Continue reading
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they heard his voice
Psalm 95 The Israelites heard God’s voice one day,and he said “keep going, I will sustain you.” But all their fear said “we have no water. “ Later, they heard his voice, and it said “take the land.” But their … Continue reading
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another Joseph
Esther 9-10 There are some clear parallels between the life of Mordecai and his ancestor Joseph. Like Joseph, Mordecai begins as a mere servant in a foreign land. Joseph received special revelation through dreams; Mordecai overheard a secret. Both men … Continue reading
for such a time as this
Esther 4 An enemy has convinced the king to make a decree that could result in the extermination of her people. Queen Esther is in turmoil. Interceding for her people could cost her life, because the law prohibits approaching the … Continue reading
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