Yesterday we noted the criticism a woman received when she anointed Jesus while He was dining in the home of a man named Simon. Jesus quickly spoke in defense of this woman’s actions. Today, let us consider the first of three compliments associated with what this woman … [Read more...] about FROM CRITICISM TO COMPLEMENT! (Part 2 of 4)
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FROM CRITICISM TO COMPLEMENT! (Part 1 of 4)
[This focus was originally sent 02/19/2006 (Edited some.)] Within days of Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion, He was in the home of a man called “Simon the leper” who lived in Bethany. (Mark 14:3) While those gathered were reclining at the table, there was a woman who came in with an alabaster flask of expensive … [Read more...] about FROM CRITICISM TO COMPLEMENT! (Part 1 of 4)
BLESSED ASSURANCE!
Having assurance is a blessing. To not be left to wonder serves to greatly encourage. To know a very significant relationship is true brings great joy. This should no more be true than in our view of our Savior. Recently I saw a post … [Read more...] about BLESSED ASSURANCE!
HANG IN THERE!
“Hang in there.” “Hold on.” “Don’t give up.” Those are phrases encouraging pressing on despite what might be being presently experienced. They are words which also seem to imply there is something worth hanging on for; something better yet to come. This is the message of hope. When there is hope, there is … [Read more...] about HANG IN THERE!
KEY THOUGHT!
I have pulled a key out of my pocket to open the door of one of our cars only to find it not fitting. I had pulled out the wrong key. Though the key to our house and the key to the church building look quite similar, it takes the right key to open the right place. As we consider life, are we understanding the … [Read more...] about KEY THOUGHT!
