Pictured: Moses holding the Ten Commandments at the center of a statue of lawgivers atop the East Facade of the United States Supreme Court building. My friend James wrote recently that the Ten Commandments play no role in the life of a Christian. I disagree–and contrary to my usual approach, I am going to beginContinue reading “Do the Ten Commandments Make Any Difference Anymore? Matthew 13:52.”
Category Archives: Read the Old Testament Too!
READING LEVITICUS. Leviticus 5-7.
Leviticus shows how blessed we are today to rely on the atoning work of Christ on the cross. The sacrificial system was INTENSE! First, if anyone sinned UNKNOWINGLY and later discovered it, “he is to confess…. He must bring restitution for the sin …, a female lamb or goat as a sin offering” Leviticus 5:5-6.Continue reading “READING LEVITICUS. Leviticus 5-7.”
CAN YOU READ? Luke 24:45.
Reading is easy, right? Children pick it up early and love books. Some even become “million-word readers.” Then parents give them phones and their reading level hits a plateau. (Okay, it’s not that simple: research says texting is actually good practice for low-level fundamentals, but too much “screen time” becomes a problem later, slowing orContinue reading “CAN YOU READ? Luke 24:45.”
Which is Better, Old Treasure or New Treasure? Matthew 13:52.
Which is more valuable–old treasure or new treasure? Imagine a visit to a wealthy couple we will call Mr. and Mrs. Howell. They live in a three-story mansion with Greek columns and dormer windows. Once inside, a remark about an autographed baseball jersey leads to stories about favorite possessions, and suddenly our hosts decide toContinue reading “Which is Better, Old Treasure or New Treasure? Matthew 13:52.”
TREASURE. Matthew 13:52.
Do you have any treasures, things that if lost in a fire would break your heart? I find it hard to think of treasures—but that may be because I have never had a house burn down. But going through my parents’ home reminds me of treasures: irreplaceable albums and heirlooms. What are treasures you can’tContinue reading “TREASURE. Matthew 13:52.”
The Old Testament. John 5:45-47
Do you consider the Old Testament outdated, somehow less than the New? It is God’s Word too. It deserves your full respect. Jesus quoted the OT all the time. When He disagreed with the Jewish leaders, He pointed out that Moses was the authority. “Do not think that I accuse you to the Father. YourContinue reading “The Old Testament. John 5:45-47”
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