“That doesn’t hold water.” This expression is generally used in referring to an argument or explanation that is not logical. We live in a world where many make choices that may strike us as not making sense or being unreasonable in view of what would be better choices. If what we are drawing from in life has no real substance, we are … [Read more...] about DRAWING FROM THE RIGHT SOURCE!
God
Translations: NASB
The NASB was published in 1971, translated by a group of 58 men who held “the conviction that the words of Scripture as originally penned in the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek were inspired of God.” The translators used all available scholarship to produce a more accurate work. Even though it is quite literal, it is presented in a contemporary language. There are places that could … [Read more...] about Translations: NASB
Translations: Living Bible
There are numerous translations of the Bible available in bookstores and on the Internet. Paraphrased versions of the Scriptures are popular. Paraphrase versions are more commentaries than translations and are what the translator “thinks” is being said in a certain passage. “A ‘Dynamic Equivalent’ attempts to use the original language as a guide in translating, and then … [Read more...] about Translations: Living Bible
FAMILY!
This morning I woke up with the song “The Family Of God”* on my mind. And as I took our dog out, drank my coffee, and showered, the song remained with me. But the line of the song which kept coming back to me most was “I’m not worthy to be here, but, praise God, I … [Read more...] about FAMILY!
ENCOURAGED TO ENCOURAGE!
Today there are many considered “influencers” on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms. However, not all “influencers” may be the best by whom to be influenced. Therefore, we need to remain mindful of what influence we are allowing to shape our life. (note Romans 12:2) In preparation for … [Read more...] about ENCOURAGED TO ENCOURAGE!
