"Believers...testified about your faithfulness to the truth." (3 John 1-3) When Dr. Lee, the seminary professor, noticed that the school custodian, would be late in joining their lunch gathering, he quietly set aside a plate of food for him. As classmate talked, Dr. Lee also also quietly placed the last slice of cake on a … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Sept. 12th
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Moments With God – Aug. 30th
Canceled Debts Read Deuteronomy 15:1-8 In 2009, Los Angeles County stopped charging families for the costs of their children's incarceration. Though no new fees were charged, those with unpaid fees from before the change in policy were still required to settle their debt. Then in 2018 the county canceled all outstanding financial obligations. For some … Continue reading Moments With God – Aug. 30th
Daily Scripture Series Mar. 28th
"If you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God." (1 Peter 2:20) In the apostle Peter's first letter, he urged first century believers in Jesus to submit "to every human authority". Maintaining integrity in a tough work situation isn't easy. But Peter gives us a reason to continue doing … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series Mar. 28th
Daily Scripture Series – Aug. 15th
"Christ's love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all...From now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view." (2 Corinthians 5:14, 16) It's natural, normal even, for us to be drawn toward those we see as similar to us, people we suspect share similar experiences and values to … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Aug. 15th
Important Biblical Words – #68
Our 68th Word is Lost The simple definition of lost is to be in the wrong place or in a perilous state or a ruined condition. "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." (Luke 19:10) The same week your parents lost a big chunk of their retirement money in … Continue reading Important Biblical Words – #68
Daily Scripture Series – May 22nd
"My house will be called a house of prayer!" (Mark 11:17) The holy space of the temple that should have been full of simple prayers had become a flurry of worshiping business instead. "Get your doves here! Lily-white, as God requires!" Jesus overturned the merchant's tables and stopped those who bought their merchandise. He was … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – May 22nd
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