(Psalms 15:4-5) “(4) In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not. (5) He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He … [Read more...]
Who Shall Abide? Those That Love Their Neighbor
(Psalms 15:3) “He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour." Introduction In the previous devotion (Psalms 15:1-2), David asked God two questions. Both questions begin … [Read more...]
The Greatest Story Ever Told
Romans 5:6, 8, 10 “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8) The birth of Christ is important, for without the birth, there would be no death. Birth introduces us into this world. … [Read more...]
Joy to the World
What brings us joy? For those of us that would answer “friends and family,” there is an almost unbearable sense of grief (the very opposite of joy) when we are separated from our loved ones. For those of us in prison, the Holiday Season is one of … [Read more...]
The Cost of the Choice Based on Outward Appearance
Jacob was sent by Isaac to Rebekah’s brother to find a wife, and also to spare Jacob’s life from Esau (Genesis 28:1-2; 29:1). The first woman Jacob saw was Rachel, Laban’s youngest daughter, “And Jacob kissed Rachel…and wept” (Genesis 29:11). As … [Read more...]
The Perception of a Godly Home
The end of the entire matter of a Godly Home is one of Perception of Truth. No human author; no good intentions of husband and wife; no course in human development; and no earthly-minded marriage counselor can open up the understanding of God’s … [Read more...]