What’s confusing about this is that there aren’t any specific laws against census-taking. With many of the other sins in David’s life, we can point to chapter and verse to say why it was wrong. But counting his people? Where’s the law against that?
Read MoreWhen we're under pressure, our tendency is to rush into God's presence with our list of needs and wants. Instead of stopping first, acknowledging the Lord, and focusing on Him, we rush into His presence saying, "God, I need this, this, this and this. And I need it now and tomorrow, and next day.
Read MoreEvery so often, I stop and take in the breadth and depth of the work being done through our efforts as partners in ministry. Every day of the year, people are being drawn closer to the written Word and the Living Word, the Lord Jesus Christ, through radio and TV broadcasts, TTB Home Groups, media players, dozens of TTB apps, WhatsApp groups and users, YouTube videos, YouVersion plans … and ...
Read MoreThere are at least ten benefits of our connection to Christ, ten blessings that are ours in Christ Jesus. First, we have been resurrected from sin and death (see Ephesians 2:1). It sounds basic, but the number-one lie concerning the Christian faith is that if you're a good person, then you go to heaven.
Read MoreThis week, we’re going to discover five principles that Abraham’s servant Eliezer exercised in finding the right mate for Abraham’s son Isaac. These principles can help you, your children, and your grandchildren not only to find a mate but also to know God’s will for any area of life.
Read MoreBeing a super high-achiever, I must confess I find it difficult to receive from others. Really difficult. Like you, I’m usually on the giving end, not the receiving. My pride fights hard to stay intact.
Read MoreI’ve actually asked that question out loud to my father many times. Thankfully when I’m alone, running in the woods. My dad passed away January 3rd, 2023. My dad dealt with multiple sclerosis most of his adult life. He spent the last few years of his life, talking about heaven a LOT. He couldn’t wait to meet His Savior. When I was a little girl, his disease started with some ...
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