In the creation the first thing that God decreed “not good” was man being alone. God decided to make a suitable helper- one just right for him. He then created woman out of man – bone of his bone and flesh of his flesh. There are people who are not...

Our fallen human nature always wants to be first. Even when we read the above passage, we tend to think that God chose Matthias to be an apostle, because Joseph was somehow inferior. But perhaps Joseph had a more prophetic, pastoral, or evangelical heart. Perhaps Joseph was so delighted in...

In this scripture, Paul encourages the Ephesians (and us) to “live and act in a way worthy of those who have been chosen, and to prepare for spiritual battle.” Addressing the problem of anger, Paul first suggests that we simply not allow ourselves to sin in our anger, but knowing...

It had been 22 years since Joseph's brothers sold him into slavery. Tears were the introduction to his reunion with his brothers, tears that swelled so high that he could no longer contain. These were tears of tenderness and strong affection. This scenario marked the beginning of a new season...

In this poignant moment from the Gospel of Matthew, we witness the unfathomable love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Despite knowing that Judas Iscariot, one of his own disciples,” was about to betray him with a kiss, Jesus addressed him as a “friend.” Imagine the weight of betrayal...