Then Abraham fell on his face and laughed, and said in his heart, “Will a child be born to a man one hundred years old? And will Sarah, who is ninety years old, bear a child?” Genesis 17:17 NASB Laughed– Now we have looked at Genesis 17:17; 18:12; 28:16 and 32:26. In each case we have suggested that…
“Neglecting the commandment of God, you hold to the tradition of men.” Mark 7:8 NASB Tradition of men– What are we to do with tradition? Actually, the question is a bit more complicated when we realize that the Greek word is parádosis, meaning “what is transmitted.” In other words, Yeshua is criticizing the behaviors of…
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased.” Luke 2:14 NASB Glory to God – The Duomo in Orvieto[1], Italy, is but one example of amazing human architecture in dedication to God. Taking nearly 300 years to build, its original purpose was to substantiate a miracle…
And there occurred a great uproar; and some of the scribes of the Pharisaic party stood up and began to argue heatedly, saying, “We find nothing wrong with this man; suppose a spirit or an angel has spoken to him?” Acts 23:9 NASB Nothing wrong – Most Christians read this story of Paul’s defense without…
and they, having become callous, have given themselves over to sensuality for the practice of every kind of impurity with greediness. Ephesians 4:19 NASB Greediness – Day 5. More is never enough. How many millions does it take to make a millionaire satisfied? Just one more. How many lovers do I need to make sure…
“Shall not the Judge of all the earth deal justly?” Genesis 18:25 NASB Judge – The word translated “judge” is from the root shapat. It means, “to act out the functions of government.” The Hebrew concept of governing is not like the idea of justice in the Western world. It is not the application of…
And Solomon sought to put Jeroboam to death. I Kings 11:40 Sought – What a sad and tragic end of the man who had everything! Too often we think of Solomon’s wisdom, wonders and wealth. We forget how far he fell. The last recorded event of his life stands in utter opposition to the humble…
