Category: Suffering
Jesus Is Hidden in the Very First Word of the Bible
Genesis 1:1. “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Most English readers glide right past that opening line. But in Hebrew, “in the beginning” is a single word: בְּרֵאשִׁית — Bereshit And buried inside that one word, letter by letter, is a message about Jesus Christ and what He came to do. […]
Facing Criticism – When You Can’t Win No Matter What You Do
You know the feeling. Do something good, and they question your motives. Make a mistake, and they pounce with “I told you so.” Stay quiet, and you’re “enabling the problem.” Speak up, and suddenly you’re “causing division.” It’s maddening. And it’s nothing new. Job: When Your Best Friends Become Your Worst Critics Job’s story hits […]
Biblical Character Series: Jabez – From Pain to Blessing
Jabez is a notable figure within the extensive genealogical lists of 1 Chronicles, emerging from the records of the tribe of Judah. Specifically, he is found in the lineage of descendants stemming from Caleb, Judah’s son. He is not a patriarch, a king, or a prophet, but a man remembered for a heartfelt prayer during […]
In Unity, Thy Will Be Done – A Hymn Inspired by John 17
(Verse 1) Oh wondrous sight, that fateful night, (John 17:1)When Jesus knelt in prayer, (Luke 22:41)In earnest plea, on bended knee, (Matthew 26:39)He bore our sins to bear. (1 Peter 2:24; Isaiah 53:4) (Chorus) In unity, Thy will be done, (John 17:11)He pray’d for all to see, (John 17:20-21)Through sacrifice, He paid the price, (Hebrews […]
