1 Thessalonians 5:18 In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 the apostle Paul urges us to, "give thanks in all circumstances.” A challenging call when we witness Israel under attack, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and deep divisions within our own country. Divisions between friends, loved ones, and even the church. All that turmoil can make gratitude seem… Continue reading May 19th – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Tag: Israel
June 13th – 1 Kings 8:34
1 Kings 8:34 “then hear from heaven and forgive the sin of your people Israel and bring them back to the land you gave to their ancestors.” Many times Israel sinned against God. And just as many times God forgave them. Many too are the sins of our country. Like Israel we have disobeyed God,… Continue reading June 13th – 1 Kings 8:34
May 17th – Ezekiel 36:8
Ezekiel 36:8 The land of Israel was nothing more than a malaria filled swampland. It suffered years of destruction and desolation. Yet God promised to bring His people back home. And in 1900, He did just that. Now today there are over 5 million, and growing, Jews living in their homeland. A homeland that is… Continue reading May 17th – Ezekiel 36:8
May 7th – Lamentations 3:22-23
Lamentations 3:22-23 It’s hard for me to read the book of Lamentations without a lump in my throat. Because its pages are filled with the pain of the prophet Jeremiah. He grieves over the destruction of Jerusalem at the hands of the Babylonians. Yet even in the midst of desolation and despair, Jeremiah had a… Continue reading May 7th – Lamentations 3:22-23
March 24th – Deuteronomy 4:7
Deuteronomy 4:7 The people of Israel were God’s special possession, His very own. And He wanted with them, like He does with us, a close personal relationship built on love and obedience. As His chosen people, God offered them not only a land filled with milk and honey, but victory over their enemies. Gloriously and… Continue reading March 24th – Deuteronomy 4:7
Rahab – A Fresh Start Through Faith
When Rahab came back from the kitchen, she saw that the inn was brimming with patrons. It was a busy night, and between the full moon and the new wine, the crowd was getting rambunctious. But that was to be expected from the clientele that came to Rahab’s. For hers was a house of ill… Continue reading Rahab – A Fresh Start Through Faith
July 13th – Romans 9:3
Romans 9:3 Paul's heart ached for his fellow Jews and their rejection of Jesus. So much so, that he was willing to be separated from the Lord if it meant salvation for Israel. The apostle received horrendous treatment from the people. Yet he never stopped hoping he would know the joy of seeing them receive… Continue reading July 13th – Romans 9:3
A Better Way – Deuteronomy 7
Deuteronomy 7 Recently while driving to an appointment, I took a wrong turn and ended up in an unfamiliar part of the city. Caught in traffic, and headed the wrong way, as soon as I was able I pulled over. I needed a minute to get my bearings and call my husband. After hearing my… Continue reading A Better Way – Deuteronomy 7
The Bread Of Life – Mark 8
Mark 8 Before when reading the gospels, I would glance over the miracles of Jesus feeding thousands. After all they aren’t as exciting as raising people from the dead, or walking on water. But they are just as important. Important enough, that twice when Jesus feed the masses, both times were recorded. Why? Because both miracles… Continue reading The Bread Of Life – Mark 8
November 19th – Micah 7:18
Micah 7:18 There’s a quotes which says, “The ones who love you will never leave you. Even if there are a hundred reasons to give up, they will find one reason to hold on.” People, hurt, disappoint, and desert us. But there is One who loves us unconditionally, and no matter what will never leave… Continue reading November 19th – Micah 7:18
The Christian Kitchen Table 