Let’s connect something that Paul says in the amazing first chapter of Colossians with our reading today from Isaiah. We can do that because the Scriptures are an integrated compilation overseen by the Holy Spirit with no contradictions. They maintain consistency from the first to the last. God breathed into them and we can trust…
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Isaiah 40:18 – To Whom Will You Liken God?
A full page ad in our complimentary copy of The Epoch Times caught my eye. The top half displayed the name Shen Yun and a beautiful Chinese dancer in mid-leap. The text below the fold said: “China Before Communism.” It went on to mysteriously say: China was once called “Land of the Divine.” There was…
Ecclesiastes 7:25 – The Wickedness of Folly
When Solomon became king at a young age following the death of his father David, he approached God and prayed mightily to Him. His heart was right with the Lord. Because of this, Yahweh answered Him. God declared that since Solomon desired nothing for himself but wisdom in order to govern the people of Israel…
1 Corinthians 16:9 – And There Are Many Adversaries
The preaching of the Gospel always brings opposition, even strife. What is Good News to some is anathema to many. For all those who are broken and in great need of the Word of God, there are also those who want nothing to do with the ways of the Lord. Paul in 1 Corinthians 16:9…
Proverbs 7:27 – The Way to Sheol
Proverbs 7-8 provides the contrast between one who is faithful and one who is not. These chapters speak of the adulteress and the woman called Wisdom. The adulteress is always scheming how to gain illicit love; Wisdom demonstrates the benefits of seeking righteousness. When the master of the adulteress’ house leaves, she diligently prepares for…
Psalm 147:11 – Those Who Fear Him
Do you want to know one of the reasons the church in America is so weak? I believe it relates directly to how believers view God in their relationship with Him. Over the years the Bible has been attacked on all sides. It has been questioned as to how reliable it is. Did so and…
1 Corinthians 10:20 – They Offer to Demons
Too many people think they can live a so-called Christian life with one foot in God’s camp and one foot in the camp of demons. Whether from ignorance or hubris, the church has been largely compromised over the years. This has resulted in a Christian faith that accepts non-Biblical practices as though they come from…
Psalm 20:7 – Some Trust in Horses
In psalm after psalm we see that David exhibited his faith in the Lord. Although in his descriptions, we understand that he faced many difficulties, from enemies that pursued him to those who betrayed him. Yet, the common theme throughout the psalms David wrote is his believing loyalty to Yahweh. Men rose up on every…
Awaken Bible Prophecy Class 7-14-21 Bill Salus: The Next Prophecies ch 16-17
In our class tonight we explore the following topics from Bill Salus: The Next Prophecies Ch. 16-17 Chapter 16: Why Is the Catholic Church Cast Into the Great Tribulation? Chapter 17: Does Salvation Come Through the Roman Catholic Church?
2 Chronicles 32:7 – More With Us
Today, I’d like to make two points from our reading that are, perhaps, more related than they appear on the surface. The first has to do with King Hezekiah’s faith; the second deals with his son Manasseh and his relationship to God. Hezekiah is considered one of the most righteous kings of Judah with all…