From the Heart “Every high priest taken from among men is ordained for men in things pertaining to God, that he may offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins: Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and on them that are out of the way; for that he himself also is compassed with infirmity. And by reason hereof he ought, as for the people, so also for himself, to offer for sins” (Hebrews 5:1-3). — Jim Moss “Compassion is at the core […]
First Control Self “I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection” (1 Corinthians 9:27). — Derek Place and James Parkinson In biblical context, subjection refers to the act of submitting to God’s authority and surrendering one’s will to His divine plan and purpose. Subjection requires self control, and discipline. But how do we develop self control and discipline? We are not born with these skills; we must develop them as we grow and mature in the Christian life. To Develop […]
Faithful Unto Death “Therefore, holy brothers, you who share in a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession, who was faithful to him who appointed him, just as Moses also was faithful in all God’s House” (Hebrews 3:1‑2 ESV). — Percival Blenman The position held by the priesthood was critical to the well-being and survival of the Nation of Israel. Although the king might make essential national decisions, whether good or bad, the priest in his role […]
Learn the Lesson Well “Keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting anxiously for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to eternal life” (Jude 21. Scriptures from updated NASB unless otherwise indicated.) — Tom Gilbert In his first letter to the church, “to God’s elect” (1 Peter 1:1 NIV), the Apostle Peter writes, “you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ,” […]
Creation Speaks “The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make Him known. They speak without a sound or word; their voice is never heard. Yet their message has gone throughout the earth, and their words to all the world” (Psalms 19:1-4 NLV). — Dan Wesol As the prophet David describes, the tremendous breadth of animate and inanimate creation speaks of an almighty Creator. Investigating the heavens […]