Category Archives: Jewish History/Culture

Joseph the Just

Joseph the Just
And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. Matthew 1:19 Every character in the Christmas account was placed there intentionally. Joseph is often overlooked and what he has to teach us is important. Matthew tells us that he was a righteous man, faithful to…
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Thanks – In all circumstances

Thanks – In all circumstances
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Life isn’t always easy. Actually, life is rarely easy and many times chaos and pain can be overwhelming. So how are we supposed to give thanks? Do we need to be grateful for our bad…
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He knows my burdens

He knows my burdens
A righteous man takes care of his animal, but the wicked? Even his compassion is cruel. Proverbs 12:10 When God placed His creation under our care, He included the animals. Not just in a utilitarian way – providing food and shelter so they have the strength to plow our fields – but in kindness. Even animals…
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Excited to Serve

Excited to Serve
When God appears to Abraham, his excitement is apparent. I picture the elder patriarch sitting quietly, finding shade from the heat and catching whatever little breeze might come his way in the doorway. He is quite old at this time and may even be nodding off a bit. But then the unexpected – God shows…
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