Throughout our study of Ruth and Esther, a phrase has been mentioned multiple times. God’s providence. We discussed a couple of weeks ago the meaning of providence. It’s defined as “timely preparation for future eventualities”.[i] To rephrase, providence would be things that happen at a certain time that will have a profound effect on unknownContinue reading “Reversals of Fortune”
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From One Cracked Pot to Another
John 9 In the early 1980s a book was published that became and remained a New York Times bestseller for many months.[i] It was written by a conservative Jewish rabbi and was titled, “Why Bad Things Happen to Good People”. I bought the book back when it was first released and delved right in toContinue reading “From One Cracked Pot to Another”
Reminder: Live Like the Ants
Romans 15:13-33 We are closing in on the end of Paul’s letter to the Romans. It’s a long letter; in fact, it’s Paul’s longest letter in which he has had a lot to say. As he is drawing the letter to a close, he does so with much love and encouragement. Romans 15:13 “I prayContinue reading “Reminder: Live Like the Ants”
Beacons of Light 