"Do not prophecy," their prophets say. "Do not prophecy about these things; disgrace will not overtake us." Micah 2:6 No one likes to hear bad news, when it is about themselves. They only want to hear good news, positive things. People who go to the doctor and receive some bad news about their health, often... Continue Reading →
Jonah 1:3 Running From God’s Call
But Jonah ran away from the Lord and headed for Tarshish. He went down to Joppa, where he found a ship bound for that port. After paying the fare, he went aboard and sailed for Tarshish to flee from the Lord. Jonah 1:3 It is very common for people to run away from a troubling... Continue Reading →
Isaiah 50:5 Having Open Ears
The Sovereign Lord has opened my ears; I have not been rebellious, I have not turned away. Isaiah 50:5 Everywhere people go there are other people talking. They are talking and some may hear, but many do not really listen. Most of the chatter that they hear is not directly for them, thus it is... Continue Reading →
Deuteronomy 22:21 Taking Care Of Your Neighbor
If you see your fellow Israelite's ox or sheep straying, do not ignore it but be sure to take it back to its owner. Deuteronomy 2:21 Taking care of one's neighbor is not a very common sight to be seen. The majority of people are out for themselves and only to take care of themselves,... Continue Reading →
Leviticus 20:2 Sacrificing Children
Say to the Israelites: Any Israelite or any foreigner residing in Israel who sacrifices any of his children to Molek is to be put to death. The members of the community are to stone him. Leviticus 20:2 One of the commands that God gives the Israelites is to not sacrifice any children to Molek. It... Continue Reading →