Ezekiel preaches to dry bones, and prays to the Spirit, to show the exiles who have lost hope that nothing is impossible with God. When we think that the church…
Jesus declares that he is the Good Shepherd, warns us that there are different sorts of bad shepherds, and calls his sheep to follow his voice and find eternal life.
In the face of the horror of events in Israel and Gaza, we must learn how to overcome evil with good, by leaving vengeance to God, loving even our enemies,…
Exodus 17 describes two battles at Rephidim- between Moses and the Israelites, and between the Israelites and the Amalekites. In both the glory goes to God, who graciously provides for…
Jesus tells us not to be alarmed, but to stand firm when we are persecuted for our faith, and know when to flee.
James calls Christians to persevere through trials with patience, not to grumble but speak with integrity, and look to the Lord's coming.
Nehemiah has to deal with disappointment as the people fail to keep their covenant promises. His experience at the end of the Old Testament story drives us to seek Jesus…
nehemiah perseveres with conviction against personal attacks and conspiracy to complete the walls. Christians in the West may have to face increasing opposition.