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Why Should I Believe You?
Many people speak as if they have authority. Our leaders think that they know the way that we should go. Counselors and advisors tell us what we should do. Even so called “influencers” don’t hesitate to tell us how we should live. Most speak out of experience and some education. But very few, if any,Continue reading “Why Should I Believe You?”
Man Held in Honor
Promises, Promises
Covenants generally require two parties to agree. When we enter into a covenant, we expect the other party to faithfully honor their commitments and perform their responsibilities according to the guidelines of the covenant. Deuteronomy 7:9 says, “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast loveContinue reading “Promises, Promises”
God’s Covenant
Appointed
Suppose you apply for your dream job. After your application, they call you in for an interview. You wait a little while, but eventually the company agrees to hire you for this dream job. They hire you, expecting that you will benefit the company by being productive. If you were to accept the job, butContinue reading “Appointed”
Bear Fruit
Remembrance
Only God teaches us the words of righteousness. Only God teaches us words of truth. Only God teaches us words of life. Only God teaches us words of hope. Only God teaches us words of salvation. God has given us His Word, the Bible, for these instructions. Those who trust in Jesus Christ as LordContinue reading “Remembrance”
Teach Us All Things
Looking Ahead
No matter how much we dislike it, problems will find us. The bigger issue comes when we look ahead. Do we imagine frightening effects of the problems, letting fear and worry reign in our hearts? Or do we trust in God, who reigns over all circumstances and powers? In John 14:1-3, Jesus said, “Let notContinue reading “Looking Ahead”
Reluctant Retiree 