Hanan the seer’s charge against King Asa of Judah (6:7) is intriguing. Asa regarded the king of Aram as an ally, giving him the treasures of the Temple and palace so he would attack Baasha, king of Israel. However, the prophet Hanani saw in Aram a human foe who would be a nemesis to […]
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ANGER Anger is a strong feeling of displeasure or hostility, often issuing in action against the person who arouses it. A. Words for Anger. The Hebrew word most often translated “anger” is ’ap (e.g., Gen 27:45). The dual of this word denotes the nostrils, which may suggest that ’ap implies the snort that can accompany […]
1. Stop Talking Don’t talk, listen. If we were supposed to talk more than we listen, we would have two tongues and one ear. Mark Twain When somebody else is talking listen to what they are saying, do not interrupt, talk over them or finish their sentences for them. Stop, just listen. When the other person […]
Introduction The Bible teaching about demons and Satan is disconcerting to say the least. Us humans seem to have, at times, a fascination that nears obsession with the creatures. It goes in cycles. In the Christian world interest peaks, and then fades – only to gain momentum later. Some churches major on fighting them. In […]
All of us have been in bondage to sin, to brokenness, to addictions, and the like. All are things that threaten to destroy our bodies, lives, and relationships. We struggle, even as believers, to live fully holy and pure lives. If you know the weight of bondage, of what it’s like to be held down […]
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The Bible teaching about Miracles The Bible teaching about miracles is a very complex and thrilling story. Controversy exists, frauds abound, and maybe the real deal occurs. Some say things like, “It’s a miracle that I got a visa to America.” What do you think? Have you ever seen one? There are stories of great […]
The love of God It all starts with the love of God. He has loved us with an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3). Our security is not in what we do, but in His promises. “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor […]
