God — his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is pure. He is a shield to all who take refuge in him. – Psalm 18.30, CSB I naturally jump to a conclusion when I read the word “pure” as meaning having no impurities or imperfections. And I do… Read ⇢

God — his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is pure. He is a shield to all who take refuge in him. – Psalm 18.30, CSB Three things stand out in this Psalm 18.30. We will look at each one over the next three blog posts. God’s way…… Read ⇢

But to the one who does not work, but believes on him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is credited for righteousness. – Romans 4.5, CSB Do we remember that we are part of “the ungodly” that Christ died for? It’s humbling to remember our state before God before surrendering to… Read ⇢

The LORD was angry with Solomon because his heart had turned away from the LORD, the God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice. – 1 Kings 11.9, CSB Things can change so quickly. One compromise here leads to another one there. Solomon had received such favor from the… Read ⇢

… so also you don’t know the work of God who makes everything. – Ecclesiastes 11.5 (CSB) And how does this make you feel? Are you encouraged by the fact that you don’t know the work of God, or are you left discouraged? Does it bring you a sense of… Read ⇢

… for calmness puts great offenses to rest. – Ecclesiastes 10.4 (CSB) “Calm down.”  These two words can cause two completely different reactions. Some hear those words and automatically get frustrated and defensive. Others hear those words and feel encouraged and helped, being reminded that everything will be ok. But… Read ⇢

When I became embittered and my innermost being was wounded, I was stupid and didn’t understand; I was an unthinking animal toward you. – Psalm 73.21-22 (CSB) Are you honest with God when you pray? Have you come to that place in your walk with the Lord where you can… Read ⇢

Better what the eyes see than wandering desire. – Ecclesiastes 6.9, CSB There is a danger that lurks silently within us. Most of the time, we are oblivious to it. Day after day, it moves and influences our choices. It causes us to want more while having enough. It causes… Read ⇢

I know that everything God does will last forever; there is no adding to it or taking from it. God works so that people will be in awe of him. – Ecclesiastes 3.14 (CSB) Throughout Ecclesiastes we see Solomon trying to figure things out. He ventures off in so many… Read ⇢