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Testimony

Witnesses give their testimonies daily in the courts of our land. Judges and juries then make judgments based upon the reliability of these witnesses and their words. Psalm 19:7 says, “The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple;” God’s Word is completelyContinue reading “Testimony”

Corruption or Blessing

Increased knowledge can lead us in one of two directions. Knowledge may help us gain some power and power certainly has the ability to direct us in corrupt ways. But knowledge can also lead us into godly wisdom. The difference may be in the source of our newfound knowledge and our attitudes toward this knowledge.Continue reading “Corruption or Blessing”

How We Are Known

I read an article yesterday in which various people described what they feel certain behaviors tell them about people. For instance, how someone treats service personnel, especially when something goes wrong, tells us about the character of the person. We all tend to exhibit good character when things are going well. But sometimes, we revealContinue reading “How We Are Known”

The Angels Declared, “Peace on Earth”

The holiday season is in full swing, with the Thanksgiving feast tomorrow, Christmas decorations going up, and Christmas carols playing everywhere. We all know the theme of Christmas as “Joy to the World” and “Peace on Earth”. But somehow, the source of this joy and peace, that is the saving grace of Jesus Christ, isContinue reading “The Angels Declared, “Peace on Earth””

Daily Conversations

Most of our daily conversations cover only surface matters of circumstances and events. We don’t like to delve into the deeper matters of the heart for fear of offending others and inconveniencing ourselves. I am an introvert and love to consider the deeper matters, but I, too, don’t often speak about or listen to theContinue reading “Daily Conversations”