Define The Scriptures. The Scriptures synonyms, The Scriptures pronunciation, The Scriptures translation, English dictionary definition of The Scriptures. n. 1. a. A sacred writing or book. b. A passage from such a writing or book. 2. often Scripture or
For Jack and me, our theme verse for the year has been1 Samuel 3:18, when Eli humbly comments on God’s unfolding and uncomfortable (which is an understatement) plan for his life, “It is the Lord; let Him do what seems good to Him.” Every detail, every event, every difficulty an...
A forced smile appears on his troubled face. He apologizes for not being more hospitable and invites us to have some food and something to drink. I am uncomfortable. The meeting is uncomfortable. We politely eat some of the food even though our hunger is different. He asks about our trip,...
It’s not often easy to recognize one’s privilege, and often these topics and talks may make some of us uncomfortable. But because we are all made in the image of God, we should make an ardent effort to make sure that everyone is treated as such, that no one is left out, and tha...
I hope it gives you something encouraging to focus on around the table rather than politics, the pandemic or other uncomfortable subjects. I know that many of you are busy shopping, cooking, cleaning,… BethSteffaniak November 21, 2021 Connection, Conversation, Thankfulness Conversation, Family,...
How about followers of Jesus in my home country in Asia, like a relative of mine who, as a 21-year-old young lady, does not have her own bedroom, and the likelihood of having one is very slim? What would “Jesus being the king” mean to them?
Freedom is about flourishing together, being what we were meant to be. Looking out for each other. The heart of this being love. Love for our neighbor as ourselves the expression of love for God where we live. What we find in this psalm, and what is fulfilled in the Christian ...
a man hanging on the cross with broken legs is unable to push up against the nails in his feet to get a breath with their legs broken. The diaphragm will collapse in such a way that they smother to death. Such a disgusting and uncomfortable slow death, but since the Sabbath was only ...
you have religion enough to make you uncomfortable in neglected duty. You have religion enough to impel you to certain acts that you suppose to be obligatory upon you. But do you know anything about the elasticity and spring of spirit in getting near God, and pouring out all your hearts to...
I am sitting in my living room in evening quiet trying to absorb God’s peace and find the words to do what is uncomfortable but necessary. In the meantime, here’s a haiku from Sacred Water: The quiet greeting in the middle of storm and qualm— Jesus whispers “peace.” © Chandra...