Grace and wisdom of the ages from 66 books, by 40 authors, over 2200 years, in 3 languages, on 3 continents, with 1 divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth
Here are some favorite benedictions (formal or devout invocations of blessedness) from the Bible. The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. (Numbers 6:24-26 KJV) Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of Continue reading Favorite Bible Benedictions
I was today years old when I realized this beloved old children’s song says “troubles of tomorrow” – not troubles of yesterday, or troubles of today, but unknown, uncertain, unfamiliar troubles, fears, and worries of tomorrow. That’s why we love the promises in Romans 8:28 and Romans 8:38 that prove we don’t need to worry about the troubles of tomorrow. Continue reading The troubles of tomorrow
Frustration is confusion leaving the mind just as pain is weakness leaving the body. And confusion becomes peace, clarity, and wisdom through emotional, mental, and spiritual exercise; just as weakness becomes strength, endurance, and health through physical exercise. For God is not a God of confusion [akatastasia -: unsettled, unstable, by things being out of control] but of peace [eiréné Continue reading Moving from confusion to peace, clarity, and wisdom through faith
I love the old hymns because I grew up with them and heard the backstory of who wrote them under what circumstances. But the modern listener, who doesn’t know those details, cannot have the same appreciation. Therefore, I am presenting a method and technique to use ChatGPT-4 to help add the backstory of treasured hymns. Let’s start with “It is Continue reading How to use ChatGPT to compose backstory for favorite hymns
In this Bible study, we will discuss 10 essential considerations that must be taken into account before appointing leaders in the church. Through examination of relevant Bible verses and Greek and Hebrew definitions, we will explore the importance of having a servant’s heart, evaluating the motives of potential leaders, and ensuring they are not seed planted on stony ground or Continue reading Ten considerations before appointing church leaders