"Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices." (Colossians 3:9) "What a cruel act to be untruthful," Daniel Ladinsky once wrote in a poem that contrasts relationships built on trust with those damaged by lies. Inspired by German theologian and monk Meister Eckhart, he described truthful, … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – July 31st
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Daily Scripture Series – July 30th
"Let a righteous man strike me-that is a kindness; let him rebuke me-that is all on my head." (Psalm 141:5) According to research, Gen Z can detect a false compliment from a mile away. While the intention might be kindness, the members of that generation value something deeper; genuine respect and honesty. Not looking to … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – July 30th
Daily Scripture Series – July 29th
"Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your god is giving you." (Exodus 20:12) Branden's father was dying of cancer in his fifties. Wanting to help, Branden talked his parents into moving in with him so he could assist them. His dad loved the tropics … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – July 29th
Daily Scripture Series – July 28th
"The heaven declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." (Psalm 19:1) One April afternoon, millions gathered along a mapped arc across Mexico and the United States to witness a rare total solar eclipse. Schools released children, small towns blossomed to receive travelers, and neighbors set up lawn chairs in … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – July 28th
Daily Scripture Series – July 27th
"You will be Jesus' witness to all people of what you have seen and heard." (Acts 22:15) It's been said, "We can't make our children believe. We can only give our children reason to believe what we believe." That's a wise observation-but how do we do it? Of all people to take parenting advice from, … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – July 27th
The Kingdom of Heaven is Like What?
"The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field." "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who on finding one pearl of great … Continue reading The Kingdom of Heaven is Like What?
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