Category Archives: faith

right hearts

Acts 8.  Saul’s heart had not yet been touched by the Holy spirit’s regeneration power, so his heart was not yet right. He was ravaging the church because of his evil ambition. Simon of Samaria’s heart was touched by the … Continue reading

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no future

Psalm 37.  This wisdom psalm from David encourages believers to think rightly about their future and that of the wicked. we need to stop worrying about wicked people and envying their strength and possessions. They may seem strong and secure … Continue reading

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why is this happening to me?

Genesis 25:21-23.  Rebekah asked that question. All of us do. We should not be ashamed of questioning God when something in our lives does not seem to make sense. Many of the problems and trials we face are outside of … Continue reading

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getting to God

Luke 18.  Sometimes getting to God in prayer seems like a futile task. The temptation to give up is so strong.  But Jesus taught that persistent prayer breaks through to God, because he is not like the unrighteous judge. He … Continue reading

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where are the nine?

Luke 17:11-37.  Luke relates a story about ten lepers whom Jesus healed. Only one of the ten turned back to give thanks when he realized he was healed. Perhaps Luke saw a connection between that event and what Jesus proclaimed … Continue reading

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like Abram

Gen. 13. Abram is described as a very rich man, but he has three other attributes the Bible rarely equates with the rich. He is committed to the LORD, setting up altars wherever he goes. He is a man of … Continue reading

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go from your country

Gen. 12.  The LORD makes several promises to Abram in this chapter. He promises to make him a great nation, to bless him, to make his name great, and that all these signs of grace will result in Abram being … 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

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the hidden God

Psalm 10. To the wicked person, God is hidden. The wicked person acts like an atheist. He ignores God’s judgments and assumes his own immortality. He does what he can get away with. To the righteous person, this is an … Continue reading

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breach of faith

1 Chronicles 10. Saul’s suicide brought shame to Israel and gave the Philistines a reason to gloat. What was the root cause of such a tragedy in a kingdom that God promised to bless? Perhaps knowing the answer to that … Continue reading

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