by Thomas Frank | Aug 13, 2022 |
Thoughts and Reflection Today we read how Ezekiel speaks about the downfall of Tyre and Sidon. These wealthy cities are on the Mediterranean Sea. Tyre has become overcome by pride. When God gives us wisdom, wealth, and beauty we can become too proud and think it is... 
by Thomas Frank | Aug 12, 2022 |
Thoughts and Reflection Today we read about Jeremiah who is also a priest. He spends most of his life and prophetic ministry in Judah. He is known as the weeping prophet. He has a sensitive heart for the people and he is sensitive to the Lord. God tells Jeremiah that... 
by Thomas Frank | Aug 11, 2022 |
Thoughts and Reflection In today’s reading we wrap up Isaiah and he speaks of the day when we will all rejoice in Jerusalem. We hear that all who mourned over her will rejoice. This extends the promise that God made to Abraham, of land, dynasty, and blessing.... 
by Thomas Frank | Aug 10, 2022 |
Thoughts and Reflection Today we read how the Lord wants to bring his people back to him. Ezekiel creates a metaphor with two women named Oholah. They come from Egypt and are the harlot from Assyria. God’s people are his and he is protective of them. Later... 
by Thomas Frank | Aug 9, 2022 |
Thoughts and reflection Today we read in proverbs that those who walk with wise men become wise and those who have companions of fools will suffer harm. We will become wise when we associate with wise people and holy when we are around holy people. If we surround... 
by Thomas Frank | Aug 8, 2022 |
Thoughts and reflection Today we learn about the Sabbath. It falls on the seventh day of the week — Saturday. It was given to us from the Lord so we may establish a relationship and give us time to worship and dedicate time to him. The two primary tasks are...
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