They will stay fresh and green

They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, (Psalm 92:14 NIV) They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, (Psalm 92:14 NIV) Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about They will stay fresh and green.

Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson

Old Testament Joseph’s heart models some great leadership characteristics. Someone asked me once what I primarily look for in the hiring of a staff position. I said, without reservation, first and foremost, I look for the heart. I want a heart which honors Christ more than self, one which desires to grow and learn, and… Continue reading Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson

Biblical topics for the youth: Relating to their reality

Amidst the pews and echoing hymns, a new generation is rising—the youth in our church. Their presence is unmistakable, a lively force within our congregation.  However, in this era of constant change, where screens glow brighter than ever, and life unfolds at an unrelenting pace, there is an essential task at hand.  As mentors and… Continue reading Biblical topics for the youth: Relating to their reality

Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey

“The entrance of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.” – Psalm 119:130 Shortly, we will begin a new year…2024! The best way to start your year is to begin with the Bible. January is a natural time to start again in your reading of Scripture. Many believers look for ideas they can implement… Continue reading Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey

Jesus Christ and Him Crucified

For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. (1 Corinthians2:2 NIV) For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. 1 Corinthians2:2 NIV Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about Jesus Christ and Him Crucified.

God’s Love Delays: Why Grace Doesn’t Always Save

Sometimes God, out of love, treats us to a good dose of delay. God’s love delays. Do you believe this? You can also listen to this post on the Keep On podcast. God’s Good Purpose I feel no constraint to blog every time my daily readings converge. But this time I do. My reading happened to land me… Continue reading God’s Love Delays: Why Grace Doesn’t Always Save

Had choices to make and made bad ones! – Divorce Minister

“But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” –Joshua 24:15, NIV Choices, poor choices, were made… Continue reading Had choices to make and made bad ones! – Divorce Minister

The Parable of the Kingdom of Heaven (2) – Matthew 13

Matthew 13:31-33, 44-50 “Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven” illuminates the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven in its initial stages. These parables, taught by Jesus, diverge from prevailing notions about the Kingdom’s realization during His time. Some advocated “political fanaticism,” believing the Kingdom would be achieved through conflict, while others held “religious… Continue reading The Parable of the Kingdom of Heaven (2) – Matthew 13

Dealing with Idols

In Exodus 20, Moses spoke to the Israelites about the danger and consequences of idol worship or idolatry. He was sharing God’s instructions to them from the Ten Commandments. The first statement from God, concerned his relationship with his people. He brought them out of Egypt and they were to serve no other gods but him.… Continue reading Dealing with Idols