What did Jesus mean when He said, “I came not to send peace, but a sword” (Mt 10:34)? Writes A.W. Tozer: A new Decalogue has been adopted by the neo-Christians of our day, the first word of which reads: “Thou shalt not disagree;” and a new set of Beatitudes too, which begins, “Blessed are they […]
The perfect example of asymmetrical warfare—they have the multitudes, and we have God! If we were reading the 1 Kings account of Jehoshaphat’s life at this point, it would simply inform us, “Now the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, the might that he showed, and how he made war, are they not written in the […]
“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold” (Prov 22:1). Investor Warren Buffett said, “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.” A reputation is a fragile thing; it requires […]
I was seeking to lead a soldier to Christ, but he tried to evade the issue with, “I’ll think it over.” “Harry,” I said, “imagine you’re out scouting an enemy post. You get hit hard. Another soldier carries you to your own lines. For his trouble he gets two bullets in the back. You’re both […]
I recall seeing a Charles Shultz cartoon with two students talking. One says to the other, “I think I’ve discovered the secret to understanding the Bible. I’ve started reading it.” America is flooded with Bibles. Almost nine out of ten households own a Bible, according to the American Bible Society. But reading it? Not so […]
We need courage to do what’s right—to judge rightly, to face critics, and to leave results with God. Jehoshaphat’s dangerous misstep in the battle at Ramoth Gilead received a rebuke when he returned to Jerusalem. Intercepted before he could reach the palace, “Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him” (2 Chron 19:2). […]
Read More… from December 12, 2024 — The “Good Things” In Jehoshaphat
“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it” (1 Thess 5:23-24). In this magnificent request, the apostle Paul declares the INTENT of God’s […]
The Occult: With the rise of secularization, the rock culture and drug cults, the West has seen a resurgence of satanism and black arts. Occultare is Latin for secret or hidden. The truth can stand the light and the Bible shines on such practices (Deut 18:9-14; Acts 13:6-12; 19:19). As to Christ’s ministry, He said, […]
What’s better than being rescued when we cry out? When we see the danger signs, and Keep Out! Ramoth Gilead (Heb, Rāmōt Gil‘ād), meaning “the heights of Gilead,” sits in a commanding position on the north bank of the Jabbok River. It isn’t far from Peniel, where Jacob wrestled with the Man, or from Mahanaim, where […]