Chapter 4 of Revelation focused and revolved around the throne. Who was on the throne, what was around the throne, who was around the throne, what was in front of the throne, who was in front of the throne, and what came from the throne? The answers in order are God, the appearance of brilliantContinue reading “Seeing the Lamb Before Seeing the Lion”
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Holy, Holy, Holy
Last week we left John observing his first glimpses of Heaven. The first thing he noticed was the throne and that Someone was sitting on the throne. The throne was described “looking like” jasper and ruby. There was an emerald rainbow going vertically around the throne. The rainbow was full circle and complete. Around theContinue reading “Holy, Holy, Holy”
On the Throne, Around the Throne, From the Throne, and Before the Throne
“Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near.” (Revelation 1:3 NKJV) Remember we are not expected to read and understand all of this. We aren’t here to break the code or solve the mystery ofContinue reading “On the Throne, Around the Throne, From the Throne, and Before the Throne”
On a Scale From 1 to 10
There is a saying that most with which most of us are familiar. “Birds of a feather flock together.” When the phrase is used, it insinuates that people that share characteristics, personality traits, hobbies, or other similar any kind of mutual feature will often associate with one another. The phrase is quite accurate because thereContinue reading “On a Scale From 1 to 10”
Do You Like Me? Check One. Yes or No
We left off in Ruth Chapter 2 last week where Boaz inquired about Ruth and has shown considerable favor towards her. Ruth is astonished and somewhat bewildered by the kindness, generosity, and grace that Boaz is extending to her. And mother-in-law Naomi has newfound hope and is seeing God’s blessings for the first time inContinue reading “Do You Like Me? Check One. Yes or No”
For Which Team Are You Scoring the Most Points?
English theologian, John Owen, who lived in the 1600s had this to say about temptation. “Occasions and opportunities for temptation are innumerable. No wonder I do not know how deeply involved I have been with sin.” I’m hoping that as we have been discussing temptation, we have all become more and more aware of theContinue reading “For Which Team Are You Scoring the Most Points?”
Jesus: The Best Undercover Boss
John 1:1-14 – Week One Now that Thanksgiving is behind us and the Christmas season has officially begun, we’ve started unboxing those Christmas ornaments, wreaths, and sweaters that we packed away less than a year ago. Every year, at this time, I find things I forgot I had. I’ll find a set of ornaments orContinue reading “Jesus: The Best Undercover Boss”
Take Me to Your Leader
Micah – Week One Today begins our study on Micah, the last minor prophet we’ll discuss. All of the minor prophets that we’ve covered (Amos, Jonah, and Hosea) are categorized as “minor” only because their written word in the Bible is much smaller than those considered to be major prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel & Ezekiel). Continue reading “Take Me to Your Leader”
Dumb, Dumber, and Even Dumber
2 Kings 17 – Week Eleven Would you be willing to admit that you do dumb things from time to time? Things that looking back you think to yourself, “If only…” I go for a walk on most days, and I have a routine for getting ready. I always carry a bottle of water, aContinue reading “Dumb, Dumber, and Even Dumber”
One Stone Says to Another, “Hey, I Think You’re in My Place”
1 Kings 8:46-60 – Week Three If you recall, last week we discussed how God appeared to Solomon in a dream and asked what He could give to Solomon. Solomon, in response, offered praise and gratitude to God for the favor that was shown to King David as well as himself. Solomon was very humbleContinue reading “One Stone Says to Another, “Hey, I Think You’re in My Place””
Beacons of Light 