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Read Matthew 13:54 through 16:28 A 2007 study found that more women than men wash hands after using the bathroom. Researchers came to this conclusion after standing around in public restrooms and watching to see who washed and who walked out the door without stopping at the sinks. What the experts plan to do with this information is anyone’s guess, …

Read  Genesis 15:1 through 17:27 How does a person become right in God’s sight? This question has concerned people since the beginning of time. In some cultures people make animal sacrifices, burn incense, or turn prayer wheels in an effort to gain God’s favor. Others assume church attendance, doing good deeds, or saying prayers places them in good standing with …

Read Revelation 19:1 through 22:21 ­­ Why do people hold back their tears? Is crying a symbol of weakness? Can crying help people? Actually, shedding a few tears can be good for a person. Hiding the emotions and refusing to release them isn’t the best approach. It is common, though. Most people, when honest, will tell you that they know …

Read  Revelation 15:1 through 16:21 “Great and marvelous are your deeds, Lord God Almighty. Just and true are your ways, King of the ages. Who will not fear you, O Lord, and bring glory to your name? For you alone are holy” (Revelation 15:4–5). These words, penned almost two thousand years ago, still stir the heart today. The truth they …

Read Micah 6:1 through 7:20; Revelation 8:1–13 Revelation 8 is sobering. It’s interesting that John records a substantial pause in heaven—after the seal is opened but before the events begin. Was the pause consideration for the calamity ahead? Was the silence worship for God who could orchestrate this? We don’t know. But this is a link in the chain of …

Read Ezekiel 34:1 through 36:38 Years ago, nearly every family had at least one animal. A trader might have a camel. A merchant might have a donkey. A farmer might have an ox to plow, a goat for milk, and a few sheep for wool and meat. Some people herded large flocks, but nothing on a modern scale. Today, global …

Read Ezekiel 17:1 through 19:14 The prophet Ezekiel proclaimed to the people of Israel that God would punish them if they continued to pursue wickedness. Why did they persist in their sinful ways when God offered them mercy? “Rid yourselves of all the offenses you have committed, and get a new heart and a new spirit. Why will you die, …

Read Ezekiel 1:1 through 3:27 When Nancy received Christ and was freed from sin, she joyfully announced to family and friends, “You need Jesus! He delivered me from alcoholism! He can help you too. Just repent and believe in Him.” Few were impressed. Everyone thought she’d gone nuts, especially her mother. “Nancy Elaine,” Mom growled. “I’m the one who took …

Read John 14:1 through 16:33 Peace and happiness. Sometimes people confuse the two. In today’s culture, “peace” seems to be dependent upon happiness. What kind of peace (or happiness) does the world offer? Job security, financial security, and relational security are all viewed as paths to peace. However, all of these could collapse, resulting in financial and relational ruin – …

Read Jeremiah 25:1 through 27:22 Jack had stayed up late to watch the election results, but he knew even before the polls closed that he would not like the outcome. His candidate lost. Jack felt ill at the thought of living for years under the political agenda of someone who stood against all he believed in. How could God have …