There is a lot of talk in Christianity about fear. In fact one of the most repeated commands in the Bible is ‘do not fear’ or ‘do not be afraid’. Paul writes to Timothy, explaining to him that ‘God did not give you a spirit of fear!’, therefore do not be afraid! How then do…
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Genesis 1:14-19 details the creation of the sun, stars and other various lights in the ‘expanse’. God is the maker of the Sun! In a world of science and explanation, it is easy to forget, to be unmoved. Instead of ignoring and overlooking it, may we respond in praise today. Psalm 19:1 The heavens declare…
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Jesus tells a parable of a servant who is “good and faithful”, he stewards the gifts of his Master well – producing multiplied value from the initial gifts. At the end the servant is commended! “Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge…
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On Monday we looked at the punishment given to man following his crime against God. In today’s post we will examine the other elements of the curse, and how even in the midst of God’s wrath we can see and celebrate His Mercy. The Promise I will put enmity between you and the woman,And between…
Read more Genesis 3:1-24 Part 5: In Wrath Remember Mercy