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Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others (Philippians 2:4). Other people annoy me. I know I’ve said it before, and I shouldn’t say it at all, but there it … Continue reading
Category Archives: One-a-Day
For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think more highly of yourself than you ought… (Romans 12:3). “Yes, but I deserve…” Dangerous words. I can’t tell you how many times those words, … Continue reading
…the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many (Matthew 20:28). The theme of this week’s One-a-Days is, “It’s not about me.” It covers many reasons … Continue reading
You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to … Continue reading
You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot (Matthew 5:13). Salt is … Continue reading
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:10). Did you ever read Foxe’s Book of Christian Martyrs? It tells the stories of men and women who suffered death—in various gruesome … Continue reading
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God (Matthew 5:9). Jesus is a peacemaker. Peace between God and Man. Peace between Man and Man. Peace that passes all understanding, yet guards our hearts and minds. The … Continue reading
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God (Matthew 5:8). Your heart is not pure. You will not see God. Happy Monday. Well, aren’t we glad that there’s more to the story than that. Of course your … Continue reading
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy (Matthew 5:7). I need mercy like you wouldn’t believe. Well, maybe you would. I mean, I’m not an axe murderer or anything. It’s just that I know what God requires, … Continue reading
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled (Matthew 5:6). Father, grant me the hunger that only you can satisfy, the thirst that only you can quench. Create in me an emptiness that you … Continue reading