“And his sons walked not in his ways, but turned aside after lucre, and took bribes, and perverted judgment.” 1 Samuel 8:3 Eli’s sons, though priests, abandoned the path of righteousness. They chose greed over service, bribes over justice, and selfish gain over the fear of God. Their conduct brought reproach to God’s name and…
“And he brought back all the goods, and also brought again his brother Lot, and his goods, and the women also, and the people.” Genesis 14:16 Abraham’s actions in today’s Scriptural reference reveal a heart that prioritises people over possessions and selflessness over self-preservation. After Lot chose the most attractive lands and went near Sodom,…
“And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother-in-law; but Ruth clave unto her.” Ruth 1:14 Since Naomi was leaving Moab, she asked her two daughters-in-law to move on with their lives because their husbands were dead, and they had no children. While Orphah kissed Naomi goodbye, Ruth refused to…
“If any man comes to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple”. Luke 14:26 Have you thought of Jesus’ sacrificial life and self-denial? He gave all up for us: His throne, royalty, honor, authority, dominion, and He died for our…
“But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind: and thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just.” Luke 14:13-14 We like the song, “Give, it shall be given unto you” so much. Perhaps, because it reassures…
“Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal.“ 1 Corinthians13:1 It’s truly remarkable when you reflect on your achievements, but without genuine love, they fall short of God’s standard. Understanding yourself involves recognising the potential for action without genuine…
“Here is a simple rule of thumb for behavior: Ask yourself what you want people to do for you; then grab the initiative and do it for them!” Luke 6:31 I was walking down the road one day, muttering how much I wished somebody would do a particular thing for me. While I imagined…