Blessed Are The Hungry

Scripture “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.” ~Matthew 5:6, NASB Quote There is no human appetite more glorious to God than to hunger for righteousness. ~Calvin Miller I did not get a good report on my latest blood work and the doctor recommends diet and exercise. I…

Propaganda

Scripture They took the money and did as they were instructed, and this story has been spread among Jewish people to this day. ~Matthew 28:15, CSB Quote Propaganda works best when those being manipulated are confident that they are acting on their own free will. ~Joseph Goebbels I’ve been duped just like everyone else; I…

Presumption: The Mother of Procrastination

Scripture At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the groom. ~ Matthew 25:1 (CSB) Quote Despair ruins some; presumption many. ~Ben Franklin I’ve never been fond of the parable of the ten virgins. It is a parable that is hard for…

His Mysterious Presence

Scripture “For where two or three are gathered in My name, I am there among them.” ~Matthew 18:20, NRSV Quote Only in the act of praise and worship can a person learn to believe in the goodness and greatness of God. ~C.S. Lewis Have you ever been so tired or maybe you just did not…

JOY

Scripture When they saw the star they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. ~Matthew 2:10, AV Quote JOY is the holy fire that keeps our passion warm and our intelligence aglow. ~Helen Keller I love this verse and I love the AV translation of it over all others. Matthew uses both an adjective {me’-gäs} which is a familiar prefix in English…