13 When all has been heard, the conclusion of the matter is this: fear God and keep his commands, because this is for all[a]humanity. (Ecclesiastes 12:13 CSB) The Bible is one of the most read books in history. It has endured through the ages and stands alone in many aspects of both...
Reverse Polarity
16 Better a little with the fear of the Lordthan great treasure with turmoil. 17 Better a meal of vegetables where there is lovethan a fattened ox with hatred. (Proverbs 15:16-17 CSB) We always want more. More, more, more. And we want more, faster. Faster, faster, faster. But there is much to be...
Just Like Them
15 The idols of the nations are of silver and gold,made by human hands.16 They have mouths but cannot speak,eyes, but cannot see.17 They have ears but cannot hear;indeed, there is no breath in their mouths.18 Those who make them are just like them,as are all who trust in them. (Psalm 135:15-18 CSB)...
Job to do
4 One who watches the wind will not sow,and the one who looks at the clouds will not reap. (Ecclesiastes 11:4 CSB) I like when I feel productive, getting things done and moving through my “to do” list. I know I can be prone to being distracted so I work...
Thwarted
28 We know that all things work together[a] for the good[b] of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28 CSB) This is a well worn piece of scripture. It can give us comfort in difficult times and provide a comfort in God’s long term plan for our...