Ezra 4:6-6:13 tells of the challenges the Jewish people face as they attempt to rebuild the temple and their lives in Jerusalem. Letters are sent back and forth between their enemies and the Persian leaders to frustrate and stop the work. Years pass and progress is slow until a king named Darius comes to power. …
Tag: Goodness of God
Christmas Means God Didn’t Give Up
They heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and the man and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God among the trees of the garden. Then the Lord God called to the man, and said to him, “Where are you?” (Genesis …
The Sacrifice of Thanksgiving
He who offers a sacrifice of thanksgiving honors Me; and to him who orders his way aright I shall show the salvation of God. –Psalm 50:23 What does it mean to offer a sacrifice of Thanksgiving? Let’s look at the meaning of the words in this verse, and then draw some conclusions. After all, this …
Family Traditions
Our family has taken an annual beach trip pretty much every year since we were married. This was something new for me as a newlywed. I think I had visited the beach once or twice, but growing up, my family vacations generally consisted of visiting family in other states. We did do some educational and …
Ready, Willing, and Able!
So, for my part, I am eager to preach the gospel to you also who are in Rome. Romans 1:15 This little phrase in Paul’s introductory words to the Roman believers has much to say to us. I have to ask myself, “Am I eager to preach the gospel?” What do you think of when …
