Scripture: James 2:12-13 “So whenever you speak, or whatever you do, remember that you will be judged by the law of love, the law that set you free. For there will be no mercy for you if you have not been merciful to others. But if you have been merciful, then God’s mercy toward you [...]
Scripture: Genesis 33:4 “But Esau ran to meet Jacob and embraced him; he threw his arms around his neck and kissed him. And they wept.” Observation: Wow, when I first read this, I thought about appreciating the depth and forgiveness of brotherhood (what we’re all called into as believers) – when I came back to [...]
Scripture: Luke 19: 5-5 “When Jesus came by, he looked up at Zacchaeus and called him by name. “Zacchaeus!” he said. “Quick, come down! For I must be a guest in your home today.” Zacchaeus quickly climbed down and took Jesus to his house in great excitement and joy. But the crowds were displeased. “He [...]
Scripture: Ezekiel 42-44 is a description of the holiness of God’s temple, set apart for only a few to be in its presence. Revelation 22 describes the holiness of God’s eternal kingdom where all will be invited, and those who come will live together with God. Observation: What a striking difference. The temple God describes [...]
Scripture: John 19:17-18 “Carrying the cross by himself, Jesus went to the place called Skull Hill. There they crucified him.” Observation: I can’t imagine how John must’ve felt as he wrote these words. On one hand, his description of the scourging and death of Christ is cold and dispassionate. There is nothing that describes Christ’s [...]
Scripture: John 8:1-11 – Jesus Forgives an Adulterous Woman Observation: I’m having a hard time putting together a particular thought for today’s reading. My first thoughts were about vs. 9 “they slipped away one by one, beginning with the oldest, until only Jesus was left.” I imagine the slipping away had more to do with [...]
Scripture: Isaiah 56:1 “This is what the Lord says: Be just and fair to all. Do what is right and good, for I am coming soon to rescue you and to display my righteousness among you.” Observation: Perspective is such a valuable tool in our moral and spiritual development. When we are able to evaluate [...]