“So Israel dwelt in the land of Egypt, in the country of Goshen; and they had possessions there and grew and multiplied exceedingly.” (Genesis 47:27). That sounds great. It’s what we would all want for our lives. Its success. Yet before we wish for this in our lives let’s take a moment to consider the… Continue reading Gen 47:27 – Caught!
In Nehemiah 9:17, we read Israel forsook God in six life-altering steps. See if you can spot them. “They refused to obey, and they were not mindful of Your wonders that You did among them. But they hardened their necks, and in their rebellion, they appointed a leader to return to their bondage. But You… Continue reading Neh 9:17 – Downhill steps
She was a young girl living in captivity under a foreign ruler. Yet amazingly, she ends up winning a beauty competition resulting in her becoming queen. Her name is Esther. However, soon after this unlikely occurrence, her fellow captives are suddenly threatened with annihilation. She has to make a choice. Remain quiet and let the… Continue reading Est 4:14 – It’s your time
Popcorn is just so crazy. You take a few tiny, hard, inedible seeds that would break your teeth if you ate them, put them in a pot, and they magically transform into a puffy, soft, delicious treat. What’s truly amazing is watching a few tiny seeds sprinkled at the bottom of the pot transform and… Continue reading 1Th 3:12 – Overflowing love
I enjoy reading different Bible translations, as they can give me new insights into a verse I might have read many times. I recently listened to an audio Bible being read in the New King James version. When Proverbs 16:3 was read, I saw the verse in a new light. “Commit your works to the… Continue reading Pro 16:3 – God’s thoughts
It’s an incredible performance. The singing, the acting, the sets, the costumes. It’s definitely worth a standing ovation. As the final curtain falls and the applause reverberates around the theatre you think to yourself, “Why aren’t people standing and applauding? Who will stand up?” Finally, a brave soul stands joined moments later by another and… Continue reading Ezr 10:4 – Rise up
“Did you hear what Susie did at Tom’s party?” It’s enough to get everyone to stop talking and lean in to listen. What is it about gossip that we are drawn to it like flies to dung? One of the most binge-watched series on Netflix was Gossip girls. Gossip may be as sweet as honey… Continue reading Pro 17:9 – Juicy gossip
“May God give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” (Psalms 20:4). Wow. That’s a great bumper sticker verse. There’s lots I desire. New car. New house. New clothes. But these are not the “desires of your heart” that God is talking about. The Psalm begins with, “May the LORD… Continue reading Psa 20:4 – Your heart’s desires
Sometimes Jesus says things just seem too crazy. On one occasion, talking about rich people, he says, “Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.” (Matthew 19:24). That means if you are rich… Continue reading Mat 19:24 – The right perspective
Abad was off on a life-changing quest; to find the secret elixir to a long, fulfilling life. People were prepared to pay him millions to find the solution to this ultimate quest. After many difficult years travelling to all corners of the globe, collecting gold and gems, beautiful items and treasures, he returned home…defeated and… Continue reading Psa 34:12-14 – The elixir