We may experience a moment of enlightenment that changes the course of our lives. This enlightenment may come in the form of a new relationship that brings a different perspective on life. Enlightenment may also come in the form of some new instruction that changes how we think about things. Isaiah 32:15-18 says, “until theContinue reading “Enlightenment”
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Effect of Righteousness
Decisions
The decisions that we make do not take place within a vacuum. Our decisions often affect the lives of others. We recognize this truth on a grand scale, but not in the many routine decisions that we make daily. We could say, “if I had not chosen to go to this college, then I wouldn’tContinue reading “Decisions”
Affecting Others
Obstructed View
Sometimes, a heavy fog, snowy, or rain can obstruct our view and make driving hazardous. At those times, we should slow down or stop if necessary. Then, we can wait for the clear view to move forward. Numbers 9:22 says, “Whether it was two days, or a month, or a longer time, that the cloudContinue reading “Obstructed View”
The Cloud
Testing Counsel
James 3:17 says, “But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.” True wisdom, God’s wisdom, comes to us with these attributes. We can test all counsel and advice against these characteristics to ascertain whether the advice is true godly wisdom.Continue reading “Testing Counsel”
Wisdom From God
Hezekiah Did Not Hesitate
King Hezekiah was warned of the intentions of the Assyrian king to invade. He immediately prepared the city for battle as much as he could. Then, Hezekiah gathered the people together, well aware of their fears. But, Hezekiah knew that he had a mighty weapon at his disposal in the power of God. In IIContinue reading “Hezekiah Did Not Hesitate”
