"Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete." (James 1:4) Joseph combed the job listings frustratedly. Previous jobs as a waiter had paid well, but regular weekend shifts typical of the restaurant industry made it hard for him as a new believer in Jesus to attend church regularly. "Why doesn't … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Feb. 19th

"All the Israelite men and women who were willing brought to the Lord freewill offerings." (Exodus 35:29) "I am thankful to God for His goodness," reads the plaque, "in permitting me to have a part in building this broad thoroughfare as a frame to the beautiful picture which He created." The inscription is attributed to … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Feb. 18th

"You are the light of the world." (Matthew 5:14). When schools around the globe sent their students home for health and safety during the COVID pandemic, their buildings and stadiums stood empty. While acknowledging many were experiencing greater afflictions from the virus, some teachers sought ways to show their students they missed them and to … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Feb. 17th

"With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day." (2 Peter 3:8). Until 1967, units of time were scientifically measured by astronomical patterns: the spin of the earth and its revolution around the sun. But over the centuries, a problem emerged. The earth is actually slowing … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Feb. 16th