Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces. Matthew 7:6 Now here, Jesus gives some wonderful wisdom that we need to be applying today. Dogs and pigs are both considered unclean, unholy animals. The term … Continue reading Pigs and Pearls
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Judge Not
There are few verses quoted more frequently than the opening ones of Matthew 7. These same verses are also less understood by those who are so ready to attack others whom they believe are not practicing them correctly. Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the … Continue reading Judge Not
Day 8 – Celebration of Light
It's our last lighting of the Hanukkiah tonight with a reminder of the Ultimate Light who dwells in all of us and Who lights the City of God. Let's celebrate Jesus, Yeshua, the Light of the world. Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls filled with the seven last plagues came … Continue reading Day 8 – Celebration of Light
Day 3 – Celebration of Light
This is night number 3 of Hanukkah. I hope you are enjoying lighting the candles and celebrating Messiah our Savior. For God, who said, "Let there be LIGHT in the darkness," has made us understand that it is the brightness of His glory that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. But this precious … Continue reading Day 3 – Celebration of Light
By God’s Prompting…
I am a writer but not a great PR person. I can promote other people's writing and such but I feel awkward in promoting my own. If you are new to my site, you may not know that I've written 5 books since 2017 and God was the One who initiated each of them. Each … Continue reading By God’s Prompting…
What Do You Value Part 2
As we continue in Matthew 6, we find this scripture nestled in with counsel about what we value. What do our eyes have to do with what we value? Let’s see. “The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. 23 But if your … Continue reading What Do You Value Part 2
What Do You Value? Part 1
Before we start, let’s consider how Jesus began this sermon. He began with the beatitudes, describing the character traits of those who are part of His kingdom. The Jews were looking for a Messiah that would bring material blessings to their country. Rome had drained them dry of all their resources. They were hoping for … Continue reading What Do You Value? Part 1
Fasting, a Forgotten Key to Deliverance
When was the last sermon you heard about fasting? When was the last time you heard someone say they fasted from food? Fasting was a common practice in Jesus’ day. God commanded fast for one day out of the year, on Yom Kippur-The Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:19-31). We have several accounts of fasting in … Continue reading Fasting, a Forgotten Key to Deliverance
One More Word About Forgiveness
The Lord's Prayer is repeated regularly around the world in Christian churches of every denomination. Still, this last word of importance is often overlooked. Forgiveness is mentioned in the prayer itself, but Jesus knew it needed added attention. Jesus came into the world not only to reconcile us to God but with one another. He … Continue reading One More Word About Forgiveness
Petitions and Praise in the Lord’s Prayer
All we have comes from God. Therefore, it is to Him we return, when we stand in need. We have covered the introduction to this prayer and have addressed Who we are speaking to. Now we will look at more of the petitions Jesus suggests. Give us this day our daily bread. Matthew 6:11 This request … Continue reading Petitions and Praise in the Lord’s Prayer
Hear God's Heart 