There’s an old Jewish joke I’ve learned recently and it is a beautiful analogy for human nature. At synagogue one Sabbath, a community of Jewish believers has assembled…
“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes,…
“Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven people,…
Nahum spoke this prophesy to Nineveh: The Lord has issued a command concerning you:“Your name will no longer be perpetuated.I will eliminate the carved image and the cast…
There have been attempts by various people throughout history to find places in the world where no law can touch them, truly free places where they can establish…
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet…