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Knowledge That Leads to Wisdom

We spend a lot of time trying to prove our worth. In this endeavor, we ignore advice and seek little instruction. It becomes important to us to demonstrate that we can do it on our own. At the same time, countless numbers of us also seek to become “influencers” by using social media to demonstrateContinue reading “Knowledge That Leads to Wisdom”

Is It Done Yet?

We have all started projects only to come across some obstacle that changes what we are trying to do or completely stops what we are trying to do. We know the beginning, but we can’t see the end. Our control over the project is limited by human understanding and outside influences. Isaiah 46:8-10 says, “RememberContinue reading “Is It Done Yet?”

Kinsmen Redeemer

In OId Testament times, someone called a kinsmen redeemer would pay a price or ransom to buy back or free someone from a debt, bondange, or obligation, thus restoring their rights and avenging their wrongs. Jesus redeems humanity from bondage to sin through His death on the cross, paying the ultimate ransom to secure spiritualContinue reading “Kinsmen Redeemer”

Promises, Promises

We rely on the promises of others. The doctor tells us that if we take this medicine or have this procedure done, we will feel better. The mechanic declares what the problem is with our car or appliance, and says if we undertake a certain repair, the problem will be resolved. The politician states whatContinue reading “Promises, Promises”

Dog Returns To Its Vomit

We have all heard the above phrase before and perhaps we have even seen it happen. People are not immune from this sort of practice. The career criminal continues to commit the same crimes. We yield to the same destructive practices over and over. Some people make the same errors in judgment time and again.Continue reading “Dog Returns To Its Vomit”

Faith Grows When Tested

One thing that we can be sure of in life, is that storms will come. Often they come when we are already overwhelmed and don’t know what to do. God promised to never leave His children. And we know that He is sovereign over all things, with nothing outside of His knowledge and ability toContinue reading “Faith Grows When Tested”