Category: Devotional Readings

The Bible makes a fair bit of mention about lots being cast. But also emphasizes due diligence in analyzing a decision....as we were told back in Chapter 15.Pro 16:33  The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.Act 1:26  And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was… Continue reading Proverbs 16 – Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

I've highlighted a few verses.As with other texts you might find it useful to also listen.https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/kjv/Matt.13One added comment it is interesting to observe these verses in the context of Genesis 3.Mat 13:37  He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;Mat 13:38  The field is the world; the good seed are… Continue reading Matthew 13 – Rather Direct Passage

It's interesting that despite Jesus giving powers of healing to the 1st century Apostles, we have a significant account of Paul's travels with out the mention of any miraculous works.Acts 17 tells of Paul in Thessalonica, Berea and Athens and all we hear of is his preaching.Btw. This was received by a number including women.… Continue reading Words, Words, Words Just Words, Acts 17

I want to try to illustrate how verses can be misused out of context. I often hear so called Chrustian groups/sects take these verses of powers of miraculous healing and being persons of peace and use them to apply to their followers today. They do tend to ignore the weightier more negative passages or at… Continue reading Matthew 10 – A few Words about Context