Lamentations 1:14 A Heavy Weight
"My sins have been bound into a yoke; by his hands they were woven together. They have been hung on my neck, and the Lord has sapped my strength. He has given me into the hands of those I cannot withstand." Lamentations 1:14 During the time of the Babylonian takeover of Jerusalem, the people were... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 20:10 Different Weights
Differing weights and differing measures--the LORD detests them both. Proverbs 20:10 During the Old Testament times, weights and measures were used for determining the price of something. Instead of having a specific coin with a set value to purchase something, they would weigh out gold or silver, or some produce to determine the price. Some... Continue Reading →
Psalm 68:19 Praise God–Our Burden Carrier
Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Psalm 68:19 Every day people are loaded down with many different types of burdens and cares. The list is endless in what those burdens are: bills, jobs, repairs, break-downs, sickness, children, spouse, pregnancy, neighbors, pets, cleaning, events, and many more. The level... Continue Reading →
Galatians 6:2 Helping Others
"Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2 Jesus had not given very many commands, but one of them was to love everyone. This included neighbors, friends, family, and even the enemy. For one to love God, he must love others. One of the best ways... Continue Reading →
