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Category Archives: discernment
fighting against God
2 Chronicles 13. It took only 18 years for the kingdom to go from one divided to become one engaged in civil war. Abijah’s army was outnumbered two to one, and he, himself was not entirely faithful to the LORD. … Continue reading
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one decision
2 Chronicles 10. It was one decision that Rehoboam made that led to division and rebellion and the dissolution of Israel. He decided to listen to the wrong counselors. They encouraged him to make the heavy yoke even heavier. The … Continue reading
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the days of vengeance
Luke 21. In this eschatological sermon Jesus mixes some predictions of immanent “days of vengeance” upon Jerusalem (22) with a description of the long age preceding his second coming (8-9). He does this intentionally because the two events are related. … Continue reading
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afraid of a little theology?
Luke 19:47-20:44. You have probably encountered some theological questions. These are questions that arise out of interpreting a text of scripture or trying to explain a mystery of the faith. As Jesus was making his last efforts to reach the … Continue reading
prior commitments
Luke 14. Jesus encounters a group of people who are interested in him, but whose prior commitments to traditions keep them from entering his kingdom. He responds to this problem by giving advice and telling stories. The advice about a … Continue reading
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a generation’s doom
Luke 12:49-13:9. Jesus knew not only that he was going to suffer a violent baptism (the cross), but also that the entire generation in which he lived would be under judgment. That generation would be torn apart by division among … Continue reading
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preparing for the future
Luke 12:13-48. The rich fool thought he was getting ready for the future, but he was merely laying up treasure for someone else to enjoy (13-21). The nations of the world think they are preparing for the future by worrying … Continue reading
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the road paved with good intentions
1 Chronicles 13. It seemed like a good idea at the time. David enlisted the support of his kingdom to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. They built a new cart, got two drivers, and accompanied the procession … Continue reading
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offended by Jesus?
Luke 7. The centurion at Capernaum was honoured to be prayed for by Jesus; he did not even feel worthy for Jesus to visit his home. The inhabitants of Nain were in awe and fear of Jesus and proclaimed him … Continue reading
let us build a city
Gen. 11. Babel was humanity’s chance to make something of themselves — outside of God’s plan. The words we read here are seen by the humanist as those of a frightened god, afraid that his creatures will live up to … Continue reading
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