“And when it was day, some of the Jews banded together and bound themselves under an oath, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul. Now there were more than forty who had formed this conspiracy. They came to the chief priests and elders, and said, “We have bound ourselves … Continue reading Meant for evil, used for good
Tag: humility
Of men and angels
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21 NKJV Of men and angels As I read the verse from proverbs this morning, I found myself reflecting on the world and the overwhelming barrage of words filling the minds of all who dwell … Continue reading Of men and angels
Count it all joy
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without … Continue reading Count it all joy
Let your yes
“But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. And he kept back part of the proceeds, his wife also being aware of it, and brought a certain part and laid it at the apostles’ feet. But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy … Continue reading Let your yes
Rest
“I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.” Psalms 4:8 NKJV Rest There is great pain in having a hungry mind, for one seeks to know everything about everything, the good and the bad, the pleasant and the ugly. I think of Solomon, one … Continue reading Rest
Senders
“Then all the wicked and worthless men of those who went with David answered and said, “Because they did not go with us, we will not give them any of the spoil that we have recovered, except for every man’s wife and children, that they may lead them away and depart.” But David said, “My … Continue reading Senders
Spiritually tone deaf
“Then they led Jesus from Caiaphas to the Praetorium, and it was early morning. But they themselves did not go into the Praetorium, lest they should be defiled, but that they might eat the Passover. Pilate then went out to them and said, “What accusation do you bring against this Man?” They answered and said … Continue reading Spiritually tone deaf
Ever abiding
““I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. Abide in Me, and … Continue reading Ever abiding
Death’s shadow
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Psalms 23:4 NKJV Death’s shadow It is Resurrection time again. I have to admit the this one is a bit clouded, for the events of … Continue reading Death’s shadow
Reconstituted
“Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.” Romans 12:10-13 NKJV Reconstituted There is coming a great … Continue reading Reconstituted
Musings from an idle mind 