I love the book of Nehemiah. It tells the story of building a wall, something that’s not part of our ordinary day (unless you’re a bricklayer!), but this little book has been the source of countless sermons, devotions, and Bible studies. I see Nehemiah as a treasure for two reasons. First, it illustrates once again …
Tag: Read Through The Bible 2022
Three Important Lessons From Ezra
This morning I read through the book of Ezra. I was reminded again of some foundational truths that are so necessary for our faith walk as we follow Jesus. When you first begin studying the Old Testament, the 39 books might seem disorganized and disconnected from one another. We tend to read each book separately, …
The Fire Of God
2 Chronicles 7:1-3 – Now when Solomon had finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the Lord filled the house. The priests could not enter into the house of the Lord because the glory of the Lord filled the Lord’s house. All the …
Wisdom From A Dying Man
If you knew your days were ending, what would you want to say to the people you love the most? Would you give them your best tips on investing in the stock market? Give them relationship advice? Apologize for something you’ve done? Forgive them? I’m not there yet, but I imagine there are many things …
Serving The King With A Whole Heart
Have you ever wondered why humans always arrange themselves into leaders and followers? History reveals there is an innate need in all human beings to be led, to exist under some type of authority. Perhaps it was at the Tower of Babel when the people decided that being governed by God wasn’t enough. Though personal …
The Way Of The Word 