How long, O LORD, must I call for help but You do not hear, or cry out to You, “Violence!” but You do not save? Why do You make me see iniquity? Why do You tolerate wrongdoing? Destruction and violence are before me. Strife is ongoing, and conflict abounds. Therefore the law is […]
May 2024 (15)
Wednesday, May 29 2024
Are the Abraham Accords dead?
Wednesday, May 29 2024.
Did the Abraham Accords cause October 7? Not that there is ANY merit to her opinion. But according to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, "absolutely" - The Jerusalem Post I think the general mood in much of the global community reflects AOC's attitude - that the Abraham Accords, by […]
A "bloc" from within a "bloc"?
Wednesday, May 29 2024.
With over 40 countries expressing interest, it seems likely this bloc will expand well beyond the current 9. As this freight train gains momentum, a couple of points to consider and watch: "a key issue undermining the political impact of BRICS as a bloc is the complex nature of relations […]
Saturday, May 25 2024
"Thank you Lord"
Saturday, May 25 2024.
This instruction from the late Jack Kelley has stuck with me over the years. Taking pride in our work denies our Creator the credit He deserves for having invested in us the capabilities required to do it. The Bible tells us to do everything as if to the Lord (Ephes. 6:7, Colossians 4:23), as an […]
Thursday, May 23 2024
The "original" sin
Thursday, May 23 2024.
Ezekiel 28 is an interesting chapter. It's describing "the king of Tyre". But the wording seems to fluctuate between describing a physical king and a spiritual entity that had fallen. Note particularly this section: You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in […]
Tuesday, May 21 2024
Patriarchy in the Bible
Tuesday, May 21 2024.
Patriarchy, complementarianism, and misogyny are terms that have come to the forefront because of recent and past abuses within church communities and cultures. In response, please consider: "Your desire will be for your husband" The Apostle Paul and Patriarchy Polygamy and Concubines […]
Saturday, May 18 2024
BRICS Enlargement
Saturday, May 18 2024.
Something that I think bears watching... "As BRICS group is set to meet for its annual summit in October, it is expected that several European countries may join the alliance". European countries ditching US for BRICS? And several BRICS leaders won't be attending Zelensky's peace […]
Distractions and incessant noise
Saturday, May 18 2024.
Today I woke up early. And as is my custom, I read and meditated on a few chapters of Scripture (John 18 - 20). It's pretty clear that Jesus walked His final hours alone. He had no one but His internal convictions and purpose to carry Him through to the end. His final recorded thought: When Jesus […]
Wednesday, May 15 2024
assumptions
Wednesday, May 15 2024.
At the time of Jesus' first coming, there were many assumptions about what He would accomplish and how. Many of these popular assumptions proved incorrect. There were also many prophetic details fulfilled in ways that were not anticipated. I expect to see a similar outcome at His second coming.
Tuesday, May 14 2024
the unseen realm
Tuesday, May 14 2024.
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Eph 6:12 The above verse states that there are spiritual forces at play that influence our […]
Sunday, May 12 2024
that they may "know" You
Sunday, May 12 2024.
In John 17, at the very end of Jesus' ministry, He makes a number of very large statements that sum up His objectives. These are worth noting: The Father "granted Him authority over all people, so that He may give eternal life to all those You have given Him." And what is the essence of […]
Saturday, May 4 2024
in "His" image
Saturday, May 4 2024.
In some places, the Bible describes angels as the "sons of God" (Gen, Job). And in other places it's referencing humans. What gives? Are angels also created in God's image? What does it mean to be created in His image? A teaser into the Unseen Realm...
Thursday, May 2 2024
The Divine Assembly
Thursday, May 2 2024.
The Hebrew word "elohim" (translit.) appears four times in this Psalm of Asaph. It's translated to the English "God" or "gods" here - depending on how it's used. What's up with that? God [elohim] presides in the divine assembly; He renders judgment among the gods […]
The revealing of the sons of God
Thursday, May 2 2024.
The revealing of the sons of God: But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered. And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. Then the wise will shine like the […]
Wednesday, May 1 2024
"I am going there to prepare a place for you"
Wednesday, May 1 2024.
“In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and welcome you into My presence, so that you also may be where I am." - John 14:2-3 When He said He would […]
