David’s Final Instructions to Solomon As the time of King David’s death approached, he gave this charge to his son Solomon: “I am going where everyone on earth must someday go. Take courage and be a man. Observe the requirements of the Lord your God, and follow all his ways. […]
Reflections
Living Stones for God’s House
You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God’s temple. He was rejected by people, but he was chosen by God for great honor. And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What’s more, you are his holy priests. Through the mediation […]
The Good News
When the Word of God shines in your heart, it shows up on your face. It shows up I your actions and words. That light is evidence that Christ lives on you. When you receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you have a new life that doesn’t end in […]
A Call to Holy Living
So think clearly and exercise self-control. Look forward to the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know […]
Purity of conduct
The way you respond in your time of adversity shows your readiness to take the next step. “Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent” (Psalm 4:4). “Many people say, “Who will show us better times?” Let you face smile on us, LORD. You […]
Be Truthful
Listen as Wisdom calls out! Hear as understanding raises her voice! (Proverbs 8:1). Have you ever switch from talking to listening and then meditate in what you heard. When you receive valid criticism, do you let it go or you hold it and learn from it. Are you giving an […]