Read Ezra 9:1 through 10:44 Today more than ever before the Bible is being questioned. Many argue that its truths are no longer relevant in our postmodern society that believes there are no absolutes. A growing “pick and choose” mentality has even invaded some churches. How are we to respond? When Ezra arrived in Jerusalem, the leaders came to him …
Rebellion or Repentance
Read 代下 2 Chronicles 32:1 through 33:25 How do you react to adversity? Can you think of a time when hardship or suffering changed your life for the better? How should you react to adversity? It is easy to let hardship make us bitter, especially if that hardship or suffering touches our deepest needs or comes to someone we deeply …
Lost People
Read Luke 14:1 through 16:31 When Arlene and Jerry became separated from their friends while hiking in a remote mountainous area, a search was called. Helicopters flew over the wilderness. Rescue teams armed with blankets, water, and food were dispatched. After eight hours huddled in the cold, the couple was found safe and alive. Suppose a woman has ten silver …
Seek His Face
Read 代上 1 Chronicles 13:1 through 16:43 ________________________________________________________________ “Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always (1 Chronicles 16:11). King David wanted to bring the ark of God back to Jerusalem. The first attempt to move the ark was disastrous because he didn’t follow God’s commands for transporting it. Putting the ark on an oxen-drawn cart was …