"So when evening had come, the owner of the vineyard said to his steward, ‘Call the laborers and give them their wages, beginning with the last to the first.’ And when those came who were hired about the eleventh hour, they each received a denarius. But when the first came, they supposed that they would… Continue reading The Potter and the Clay
Category: Theology
Look at the Animals
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Do not be like the horse or the mule, which have no understanding but must be controlled by bit and bridle or they will not come to you.” (Psalms 32:8-9) Even… Continue reading Look at the Animals
Firebrand
““I overthrew some of you as I overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah. You were like a burning stick [Firebrand] snatched from the fire, yet you have not returned to me,” declares the Lord. “Therefore this is what I will do to you, Israel, and because I will do this to you, Israel, prepare to meet your… Continue reading Firebrand
Family of God
“In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. I ask you, therefore, not to be discouraged because of my sufferings for you, which are your glory. For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name.” (Ephesians 3:12-15)… Continue reading Family of God
History’s Lesson
There was a time in history that is similar to today. It is told in the book of Esther. It was a difficult time for God’s people dispersed throughout the world. The enemy of the Jews was hell-bent on their destruction. The multinational ruler was susceptible to unverified suggestions made by antisemitic agents in high… Continue reading History’s Lesson
King Yeshua
“Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: “Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bride has made herself ready.” (Revelation… Continue reading King Yeshua
Pure in Heart
"Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God." Matthew 5:8 "Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart." Psalm 24:3-4 "Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the… Continue reading Pure in Heart
Righteous Harvest
“Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.” (2 Corinthians 9:10) There is a harvest of a crop, the consequence that righteousness produces within us as Believers. It is by faith and love working… Continue reading Righteous Harvest
Heaven’s Champions
“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.” (Revelation 12:11) Throughout history, there has been a select group of individuals who have received the highest honor by following most closely in the footsteps… Continue reading Heaven’s Champions
My Fortress
"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, 'My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.' For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his pinions, and under… Continue reading My Fortress
Missing God’s Arrival
God has not always hidden himself from His people. How did the Jews miss God coming as their Messiah Yeshua? Could we fail to perceive Him in our day? The Jews misinterpreted the law of Moses in light of the Messiah; they misinterpreted the prophecies which foretold Messiah’s coming; they were distracted with hardship of… Continue reading Missing God’s Arrival
Skewed Perspective and Vision
We must test our judgement and recognize when our vision is limited or skewed by perspectives of our own making and preference. The Myers/Briggs personality test is a prime illustration of how important our preference are with respect to our views. When I first took this personality test there was a question which asked, “Do… Continue reading Skewed Perspective and Vision
Delightful Necessity
“…but I dreaded the taunt of the enemy, lest the adversary misunderstand and say, ‘Our hand has triumphed; the Lord has not done all this.’ ” (Deuteronomy 32:27) When Believers fellowship in the Holy Spirit and connect together in Yeshua’s presence He brings His goodness, like encouragement, insight, wisdom and everything that gives life. We realize… Continue reading Delightful Necessity
Desperation
This is a state of dire need, to be desperate for God is an acceptable position before the Lord. He responds to those who earnestly seek Him. (Heb. 11:6) Many times Israel was in dire situations, surrounded, under siege by overwhelming forces and God intervened bringing miraculous deliverance in a hopeless circumstance. We shouldn’t wait… Continue reading Desperation
Humility Revisited
Have you ever desired humility? Normally we imagine ambitious positions ranking high in public standing whether in regard to fame, wealth, fashion, or recognition. There is nothing wrong with pursuing honorable endeavors, but there are two very different paths. The worldly path is centered in promoting ones self, taking steps to be seen, gathering attention,… Continue reading Humility Revisited
Slavery and Abortion
Slavery is not mentioned in the Constitution and differences over it resulted in a Civil war that almost destroyed the nation. Once again a divisive issue, abortion has been turned over to state jurisdiction. How will it be resolved? Consider the facts, in no particular order: Slavery: Economic motive: Source of much revenue to slave… Continue reading Slavery and Abortion
Kemi Badenoch and Immigration
Kemi Badenoch is a British politician who is currently gaining much notoriety/support in England. She has served as Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government since 2024 and was Secretary of State for Business and Trade from 2023 to 2024. A member of the Conservative Party, she has served as a Member… Continue reading Kemi Badenoch and Immigration
Love by Holy Spirit
“You stiff-necked people! Your hearts and ears are still uncircumcised. You are just like your ancestors: You always resist the Holy Spirit!” (Acts 7:51) The greatest commandment is to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” (Deuteronomy 6:5) Love has distinct characteristics. “If… Continue reading Love by Holy Spirit
Blessing of Long Life
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” (Ephesians 6:1-3) I have contemplated this for years, wondering at the blessing of long… Continue reading Blessing of Long Life
Dead to Sin
"Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body, that you should obey it in its lusts. And do not present your members as instruments of unrighteousness to sin, but present yourselves to God… Continue reading Dead to Sin
Resignation
This is giving up or retiring a position or acceptance of some thing undesirable, but inevitable. These two meanings fit together like a zipper. Consider Yeshua who knew He faced unjust death and betrayal by a friend. Is there anything in scripture that guards us from anything Yeshua experienced? When scripture says we are in… Continue reading Resignation
Believing in Yeshua
Thomas demanded to see before he would believe. Yeshua said to him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” (John 20:29) There are many things to believe regarding Yeshua, God and the Holy Spirit. I distinguish the three persons of the One True… Continue reading Believing in Yeshua
A Clarion Call
“He reached down from on high and took hold of me; he drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from my foes, who were too strong for me. They confronted me in the day of my disaster, but the Lord was my support. He brought me out into a… Continue reading A Clarion Call
Psalm 139
The first 18 verses of Psalm 139 is one of my favorite passages of Scripture. It reveals just how intimately God knows and cares for each of His creation. Even in the womb God knew and formed us. God even knows the words we are going to speak before we speak them. God is everywhere… Continue reading Psalm 139
Solutions From Heaven
“If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” (Luke 11:13) The things we need are in the hands of a loving God who has provided for us up until this… Continue reading Solutions From Heaven
