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Extinguish the Flaming Arrows of the Enemy

Ancient warrior shields were often quite large, necessary to protect their whole bodies. Prior to battle warriors often soaked the shield so that the flaming arrows of the enemy would be extinguished upon impact with the shield. II Samuel 22:36 says, “You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your gentleness made meContinue reading “Extinguish the Flaming Arrows of the Enemy”

Presence and Presents

We are in the season of giving and receiving gifts. It is the season of spreading love and joy. God’s people are given the present of entering into the presence of God. The way was paved for us by the blood of Jesus, who leads us into God’s presence and serves as our Advocate andContinue reading “Presence and Presents”

Splendor and Majesty

I have traveled to 52 countries and have visited many of their special sites, including temples from many religions. Many temples are efforts to create a special place for the gods of these religions. Some are quite spectacular, including a Buddhist temple in Myanmar and is partially covered in gold. But these grand buildings paleContinue reading “Splendor and Majesty”

What is Known?

Our knowledge base is pretty limited, despite how educated we might be. We have learned some things by experience, but our experiences are limited by time and opportunity. We learn some things by reading and through education, but we can not read all recorded and written knowledge. Yet, there remain many truths that we wouldContinue reading “What is Known?”

Who Is In Charge?

I have walked into businesses or offices only to walk out confused and wondering who was in charge of that chaos. Nobody seemed to listen to anyone else, and everyone was preoccupied by their own small world. Malachi 1:11 says, “For from the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be greatContinue reading “Who Is In Charge?”