Though God had promised a son to Abraham and Sarah, as time went on Sarah felt God needed some help. (Genesis 16:2) Though a son was born through her handmaid Hagar, that was not God’s plan. Still there was blessing and though driven away, Hagar was brought back. (Genesis 16:9, 15-16) After being told to return we read. . … [Read more...] about COUNT AND ACCOUNTABLE!
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EXTREME SIDE!
We live in a world of extremes. Again and again we witness polar opposites heatedly standing against each other. Therefore, we understand how divided this world is in which we live. Solomon wrote. . … [Read more...] about EXTREME SIDE!
ABRAHAMIC FAITH!
We may often look around us and become discouraged by how much the world continues moving away from a focus on God and His Will. However, throughout the history of humanity we see again and again the choice to do one’s own thing and go one’s own way. (i.e. Genesis 6:5; Judges 17:6; Judges 21:25) Though God is … [Read more...] about ABRAHAMIC FAITH!
GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
Opinions can be divisive. Differing views can separate close friends and even family members. We especially see this in the arena of politics and religion. However -- due to some not wanting to acknowledge absolutes or being unwilling to love the truth (note 2 Thessalonians 2:10) -- truth can be divisive as well. So where do we seek to be … [Read more...] about GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE!
“It’s A Wonderful Life!” is a 1946 classic that is still watched by many each year. Though some aspects of life depicted in this movie may not seem so wonderful, ultimately the blessing and significance of relationships was acknowledged. … [Read more...] about IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE!