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Category Archives: sovereignty of God
first look at the nation God chose
Genesis 11. Moses now transitions his narrative to focus not on God’s dealings with the whole of humanity, but with one particular nation. The story of Babel (1-9) explains why God is doing that. Left alone, the nations gather together … Continue reading
first look at judgment
Genesis 3. God judges rightly. For each sin involved in the fall, there are appropriate consequences. Satan is not mentioned here – but it is obvious from later scriptures (Rev. 12:9; 20:2) that he tempted the serpent to deceive Eve. … Continue reading
first look at God
Genesis 1. The story of how God created the universe helps us to understand him better. Each picture we see of him in this chapter explains more fully who he is, and how we relate to him. He is an … Continue reading
Posted in creation, Jesus Christ, judgment, sanctification, sovereignty of God
Tagged Genesis 1
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evangelism: perspective on Israel
Romans 11. Here Paul seeks to explain why so many of his own countrymen have rejected the gospel, while so many Gentiles are accepting it and getting saved. He states: God is still sovereign over the salvation process … Continue reading
Posted in ethnic Israel, evangelism, faith, fear, sovereignty of God, witness
Tagged Romans 11
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disappointment and heaven’s king
Matthew 11. The tone of Jesus’ preaching ministry changes a bit in this chapter, as he adjusts to a time of disappointment. John the Baptist had been violently taken by force. Even John was beginning to question whether … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, conflict, Jesus Christ, kingdom of God, perseverance, sovereignty of God
Tagged Matthew 11
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not silent
Psalm 115. God is there, and he is not silent, even though Israel’s enemies see him as non-existent because he is not represented by an idol. By making some noise — blessing and praising the LORD we can show that … Continue reading
trophies in tow
2 Corinthians 2:12-3:18. The idea of being led by Christ in triumphal procession sounds great — except for the small detail that in victory parades in Paul’s day it was captured enemies that were led in triumphal procession. They were … Continue reading
Posted in ministry, missions, sovereignty of God, submission, suffering, witness
Tagged 2 Corinthians 2, 2 Corinthians 3
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the sovereign over situations
Psalm 97. The nations know all about their gods. There is no mystery that cannot be explained by the specialist, for a price. But the God of Israel is shrouded in darkness and mystery. The nations can manipulate their gods … Continue reading
Posted in dependence upon God, idolatry, relationship with God, sovereignty of God, worship
Tagged Psalm 97
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the ear planter hears, the eye former sees
Psalm 94. LORD, I am in the wilderness again this morning, I cannot see my deliverance. But You hear my cry because you planted the ear; you see my need, because you formed the eye. Thank you for reminding me … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, deliverance, dependence upon God, faith, patience, sovereignty of God, trust
Tagged Psalm 94
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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
Posted in commitment, courage, obedience, perseverance, relationship with God, sovereignty of God, will of God
Tagged Esther 4
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