Scripture: 1 Samuel 31 Introduction: In 1 Samuel 31, we witness the tragic end of King Saul, the first king of Israel. His life serves as a cautionary tale, teaching us valuable lessons about leadership, obedience, and seeking God’s guidance. Reflection: Saul’s downfall began long before his final battle against the Philistines. Despite his […]
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God’s Power Works Best in Weakness
I enjoy playing worship music in the kitchen for inspiration and company. I don’t usually listen intently, but my ears perked up when I heard the question posed by a honey-voiced announcer: “Who have you disappointed today?” Being a people pleaser, I made a list in my head. I didn’t get to the grocery store, […]
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With 1,000 wives and concubines(1 Kings 11:3), Solomon knew what he was talking about when he said, “Stay away from strange women.” He says that they come across as sweet, but the end result is destruction (Matthew 7:13). Solomon speaks with authority when he says, “Having gone through this myself, let me give you some […]
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As we read Proverbs 2 today, we learn that if we really want to know God we must seek after His wisdom. In verses 1-6, Solomon gives us explicit instructions on how to obtain wisdom from God. Receive God’s word by reading it and listening with your ears as well as your heart. Knowing […]
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Many start the New Year with great plans to read the Bible through in a year. And as a result, you have read Genesis many times over but never seem to finish the Old Testament. I know this story too well!! My Pastor, Chuck Allen has suggested to start this New Year in the Book […]
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Did you know that Psalm 119 is both the longest psalm and the longest chapter in the Bible? The theme of this psalm is the practical use of the Word of God in the life of the believer. This is one of my favorite psalms because almost every line mentions God’s Word. The opening word […]
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