Some things come with handles designed for easier carrying. Sometimes a single handle is sufficient. However, some things come with two handles enabling one to hold on with both hands. Do we at times feel that way about life; that to make it through we must hold on with both hands? However, what or who we hold to will make … [Read more...] about TWO HANDLES!
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BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 5 of 5)
Abraham: “a friend of God”! (James 2:23) Abraham believed, obeyed, and feared God. What a friend! Another sign of genuine friendship is when common concerns are shared. Abraham had a heart troubled by the lawless deeds of others. God is … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 5 of 5)
BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 4 of 5)
Abraham: “a friend of God”! (James 2:23) He believed God. He obeyed God. Why? Because Abraham rightfully viewed God high above and set apart from anyone or anything else. As Abraham was following God’s command to offer Isaac, we read. . … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 4 of 5)
BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 3 of 5)
Abraham: “a friend of God”! (James 2:23) God spoke and he believed. But that was not the end of the matter for Abraham. What else marked his character enabling him to be referred to as “a friend of God”? The Hebrew writer noted the … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 3 of 5)
BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 2 of 5)
Abraham: “a friend of God”! What made him so? What was the character of Abraham that should allow for such a marvelous designation? Let us begin by considering the characteristic of Abraham noted by James when he referred to Abraham as God’s friend. … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 2 of 5)
