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God With Us
“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel’ (which means, God with us).” Matthew 1:22-23 God has authority over all of human history, to the extent that He can speak through the prophetContinue reading “God With Us”
Immanuel
Speaking With Royalty
I have never had the opportunity to speak with a king. I imagine that would require a special protocol. I would have to wear fine clothes and learn the courtesies that such an occasion necessitates. Many attendants and officials would oversee the event and I would only be allowed in certain rooms, and then onlyContinue reading “Speaking With Royalty”
Ushered Into His Presence
Out of the Pit
“So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe, the robe of many colors that he wore. And they took him and threw him into a pit.” Genesis 37:23-24 Joseph was seventeen when his brothers betrayed him and threw him into a pit. Their initial plan was to kill him outContinue reading “Out of the Pit”
Good Out of Evil Intentions
Praise Worthy Accomplishments
Most of us have achieved some accomplishments of which we are proud. It may be small like winning a spelling bee in elementary school. Or may even be a big event in our lives like scoring the winning touchdown in the championship game. These achievements brought exceeding joy at the time. But this joy fadesContinue reading “Praise Worthy Accomplishments”
Wisdom
Noble Search for Truth
Where do we go to determine the truth? Do we study textbooks on the subject? Do we go to encyclopedias or the internet equivalent? Do we seek out family members or trusted counselors? Are there reliable sources that consistently deliver trustworthy, unbiased truth? There are some areas of life where we absolutely need the truth.Continue reading “Noble Search for Truth”
