God, in His omniscience, certainly knew what was going on in Lucifer's heart. But if He had suddenly destroyed him, the angels' motivation for obedience would have shifted from love to terror.
Read MoreGod’s universe is a universe of law and order. The great principles we know as The Ten Commandments are woven into creation by the Creator. To break them brings undesirable results. But they cannot be kept by compulsion. Only love for God yields the fruit of obedience.
Read MoreThe elements of unjust criticism, lack of respect, and deceptive accusations launched against David by Absalom had a powerful effect upon the minds of the people of Israel.
Read MoreA baffling issue for every thinking person is the existence of evil. One naturally wonders where it came from, and who is responsible for it.
Read MoreTo take hold of truth for oneself equips the individual with a personal shield and buckler that effectively deflects the various arrows and projectiles that our archenemy continually launches.
Read MoreThe coming of Christ at the close of earth’s history is an indescribably magnificent, joyous, and victorious event. Yesterday’s verses show that the gathering of His saints is neither silent nor invisible.
Read MoreWhen the Lord comes, He will resurrect His faithful ones, all of those who have died in Him. He will bring His “bride” to the heavenly place that He has prepared.
Read MoreWhen the LORD beholds His people, He sees them through His all-knowing spiritual lens of their future condition – totally redeemed – based upon their faith in the Lamb of God who is able to completely remove sin – and all its residue. His bride is beautiful to Him!
Read MoreOnly a few trusted people knew that the royal child was alive and hidden in the temple of God.
Read MoreThey were too dejected to even think, “what next?” – and so as they rehearsed the terrible events of the weekend, they became sadder with every step. Jesus listened quietly.
Read MoreThe lesson of true loyalty and faithfulness toward God for our time is no different than in Daniel’s day. The value of this lesson is infinite.
Read MoreWhatever your situation, know for a fact no task is too mundane and no job so lowly that it falls outside of the reach and care of our Heavenly Father.
Read MoreThe Holy Spirit of God is powerful “fuel” for human imaginations sanctified by God. The Third Person of the Godhead not only convicts of sin and leads to repentance, but He also works as a “travel agent” to carry our thinking to new heights.
Read MoreBe careful not to forsake the matter of sanctification in your life, or neglect the light you have been given. Continually bring the truth that you know into your actions, and every area of your life will be changed for the better.
Read MoreThe loss of liberty is a terrible loss indeed. Our God is ready to work on behalf of His forgiven people. Only He can transform His people into sanctified and trustworthy beings, fit for Heaven.
Read MoreThe sight of the city in utter ruins is the backdrop against which Jeremiah’s poem rises above his lamentations. The prophet recognizes the justice of God in all His dealings with His professed people.
Read MoreToday’s opening verse, on a grand scale, prophesies the downward turn taken by the New Testament church when she began to tolerate compromise. The backsliding continued and took the visible church into the Dark Ages. But there was still a faithful church who went into hiding.
Read MoreJeremiah wrote poetic lamentations with a broken heart as he witnessed the fulfillment of prophecies that had passed through his own lips.
Read MoreIn choosing to refrain from buying and selling on the seventh day, they are out of sync with the world. In choosing to worship Him while resting in His providence, they honor Him as Creator and Redeemer, actively extending the divine invitation to others.
Read MoreIn the sanctification process we are continually presented with clues in God’s word. The healthy exercise of our minds to gain understanding is a fundamental part of our worship of Him. His Holy Spirit’s guidance is essential for the privilege of discovering deeper meaning behind each sign or symbol.
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