God be merciful to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us, Selah, that Your way may be known on earth, Your salvation among the nations. Psalm 67:1-2 Being blessed is often seen as something best for self and not for the benefit of others. People hold onto their own personal... Continue Reading →
John 11:14-15 A Negative Used For Good
So then he told them plainly, "Lazarus is dead, and for your sake I am glad I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him." John 11:14-15 No one likes to see bad things occur to someone they love. It is painful to see a loved one suffer or... Continue Reading →
Zechariah 9:12 Return To Your Fortress
Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you. Zechariah 9:12 Fortresses are places of security, safety, and provision. People strive to build all of these things with the ways of the world, bigger houses, careers, bank accounts and more. These things are... Continue Reading →
Ezekiel 28:17 Pride And Corrupted Wisdom
Your heart became proud on account of your beauty, and you corrupted your wisdom because of your splendor. So I threw you to the earth; I made a spectacle of you before Kings. Ezekiel 28:17 Looking good will often cause pride in the hearts of many people. They will often begin to compare themselves and... Continue Reading →