Bible Chat
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THE LORD NEEDS THISMatthew 21:1–17 Jesus entered Jerusalem as a humble King, riding a borrowed donkey. He overturned the tables that obstructed prayer, made room for wounded people to receive healing, and welcomed the praise of children. The Lord needed a donkey, two obedient disciples, and someone willing to release what had been tied up.…
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Psalm 140 — A Prayer for Protection Without Becoming What We Fear “I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the afflicted,and will execute justice for the needy.” — Psalm 140:12 Some people seem unable to rest unless they are stirring something up. Their words are sharp. Their criticism is constant. Their conflict…
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What does forgiveness require—and what does it not require? In Matthew 18:15–35, Jesus brings together honest conversation, accountability, healthy boundaries, reconciliation, and the parable of the unmerciful servant. Peter asks how many times he must forgive. Jesus responds by taking away the ledger. The servant wanted mercy as a benefit but refused to live by…
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Sing to the Lord “Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the LORD, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea.”—Exodus 15:1 KJV Almost everything reminds me of a song. It might be a…
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Bible Chat – Leviticus 16:20–34 There is a moment in this ritual that invites us to stop and watch. Aaron has spoken the words.Hands pressed firmly on the head of the goat.Every category of failure named—iniquities, transgressions, sins. And now… the goat begins to walk. Away from the camp.Away from the people.Away from the presence…
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“Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ … But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out…
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Acts 4:13–21 | Psalm 118:14–18 Are Jesus’ followers ordinary or holy? Yes.Both. The early apostles were not recognized for credentials, eloquence, or institutional standing. They were identified by something far more decisive: They had been with Jesus. That was the difference. Their boldness did not come from education.Their authority did not come from status.Their impact…
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Let the floods clap their hands: let the hills be joyful together – Psalm 98:8 Fields, streams and hills all agree: God is worthy to be joyfully praised! Hills and planes, rivers, lakes, streams, and mighty oceans, mountains and meadows all tell of the goodness of God. In the midst of it all are those…
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“Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord.” — Psalm 130:1 There are moments in life when we do not pray polished prayers. We cry. Psalm 130 begins there—not in strength, but in depth. Listening, Seeing, and Praying As I began reflecting on this Psalm, I found myself adjusting—putting on my glasses, settling…
