Month: June 2009

Have you ever seen the aftermath from an enemy attack? We certainly have in this nation. Nehemiah arrives in Jerusalem, faced with the reality of the destruction and devastation for the first time. Not wanting to draw attention to himself, he set about investigating the work he felt called by God to do. Although he…

What would you do if you went to a high school reunion where you met up with old friends and you learned your hometown had suffered a devastating disaster? Would you turn to God in prayer, asking what God would have you do? A man in the Bible did just that. This week begins our…

This week marks the last in our series of Jesus’ parables. It’s been wonderful to learn what Jesus has to say, and what He believes deeply in. The parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus tells us God expects us to learn from the Bible and incorporate its lessons into our lives. Yet how often…

What are some things that are worthy of investment? Answers might include exercise, a good education, a special hobby, or musical or sports training. Of course many of us have invested in retirement savings, and perhaps now we wonder about the future, and whose investment will survive the current financial crisis. Today’s parable teaches valuable…