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179 short readings on Scripture, the parables, and the promises of the Lord. A few minutes each, free to read.
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God is our righteous judge. Jeremiah 11:20 "But, O LORD of hosts, that judgest righteously." In Daniel 7:9-10, we see that the great judgement is in…
It is now clear that there are only two ways. Romans 6:16-18 "Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to…
The question that has foxed the theologians for ages is the standard used by God to Judge Humanity. The matter can be made as complicated as one…
In the Bible, the process of deciding what will happen to us after we have lived our lives here on earth is called the Judgment. God does this to…
There is no doubt that Jesus is God. Some who deny that Jesus is God make the claim that Jesus never said that He is God. It is correct that the…
According to the Bible, God is one, but God is also three. He is the Trinity. There is one and only one God, but this one God is also three persons.…
When Eve and Adam sinned, death entered. It is at this point that God revealed His plan of redemption. This is the greatest rescue operation in the…
The answer to this question is found by first understanding the reason why John wrote his gospel. We find his purpose clearly stated in John…
A deity is a supernatural being, like a god or goddess, that is worshipped by people who believe it controls or exerts force over some aspect of the…
The idea that love is the driving force behind the universe, is a fact because God is Love. Creation is an act of God alone, by which, for his own…
Jealousy immediately triggers negative thoughts. If that be the case, then how dare we think that God is characterized by Jealousy? We need to…
The dictionary defines “sovereign” as “superior,” “greatest,” “supreme in power and authority,” “ruler,” and “independent of all others”. There is…
For the first time, it is mentioned in Genesis 4:26 “And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enos: then began men to…
In the mighty name of God, great wonders have happened. When His name is invoked, chains fall off, prisoners are freed, sickness vanishes, the dead…
At the outset let it be clarified, that God shows no partiality in judging or showing favouritism based on external appearance, motivated by the hope…
The word 'God' comes from the German word 'good.' This word generally applies only to a divine being, specifically the Supreme Being who created all…
Jesus often referred to himself as the Son of Man. Born of a human mother, he was a fully human but also fully God. His incarnation meant he came to…
The exact number of times "God" appears in the Bible depends on the translation, but it is generally cited as thousands of times (over 3,500 in many…
Psalms 51:16-17 “For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: thou delightest not in burnt offering. 17 The sacrifices of God are a broken…
One of the awe-inspiring names of our God is “King of Kings and Lord of Lords.” It is used to declare God’s authority over all creation and reminds…
Having understood what worship demands, let us examine how worship has gone astray, become commercial, and is no longer God-centric. At the outset,…
True worship is not merely being present before the lord. It goes much beyond simple presence. It involves total submission with full concentration,…
Humans were created to worship God. Philippians 2:9-11 “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:…
If we go to church, sing hymns, give our tithe and offerings, listen to the sermon, and feel that we have done our bit and pat our backs, we are…
Psalms 100 is a wonderful chapter to contemplate upon. “1 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. 2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come…
The disenchantment of many is aimed at the Lord for the purported apathy to contain the evil and untoward incidents spanning the globe. The argument…
Many think that if God is in control, then why do untoward incidents occur? To understand this, we have to go back in time. God created a perfect,…
Psalms 22:28 clearly states, "For the kingdom is the LORD'S: and he is the governor among the nations." The Bible tells us two important truths.…
God warned Adam that if he ate the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge of good and evil, he would die. When Satan, who before sinning was created by God…
Time and again, the Lord has tried to tell us that He is life, but our myopic understanding cannot comprehend it. John 10:10 "The thief cometh not,…
In the beginning, there was only the Uncreated God, a God who was not formed. It was from Him that all things ensued, and all things were created by…
In the gospel of Matthew 10:1, Jesus blessed His apostles with the ability to heal sickness and expel evil forces. "And he called to him his twelve…
Jesus heals an Invalid at Bethesda The miracle of the healing of the invalid, who had been crippled for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda,…
The four gospels provide us with information about the healing ministry of Jesus Christ while He was here on the earth. We find that the Lord was…
Life and death are in the hands of the Creator. Similarly, health and disease are His pleasure. He is the great healer to whom disease and sickness…
While there are umpteen examples of healing in the Bible, especially in the Old Testament, there are two examples discussed below that establish the…
With sin comes all kinds of abnormalities and aberrations. Disease is one of them. Psalms 103:2-3 says “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all…
At the outset, it is prudent to note that God cannot be contained by space or time. Hence, the patience of God cannot be measured by the same…
God is gracious. To be gracious means 'to favour,' 'to show kindnesses' to an inferior, and 'to be compassionate.' In the Old Testament of…
The word "providence" comes from the Latin providentia (Gk. pronoia [provnoia]) and means essentially foresight or making provision…
God's provision for today is sufficient to sustain us throughout the day and everything we will experience. God will provide for our needs for…
The concept of submission in the Bible is to place oneself under the authority and will of God. It is tantamount to a truly humble, contrite and…
The fact that we have been created by God and in His image does not mean that we are all children of God. It is not a natural descent, but it's…
The people of God obviously refer to those who are different from the rest and enjoy a special status. They are something special to God and have a…
According to Baker's Evangelical Dictionary "The terms "king" and "kingship" are common biblical words, occurring over 2, 500…
Repentance involves recognizing that we were wrong in the past and now propose to do right in the future. The repentant person has "second thoughts"…
Repentance is a change of heart and mind that brings us closer to God. It includes turning away from sin and turning to God for forgiveness. It is…
God is the absolute truth. His truth doesn't depend on a set of circumstances, place or time. Truth is true for all people everywhere all the…
God has access to and knows all that has happened, is happening, and will happen. Since God is not confined to space and time, He knows the present…
God is infinitely wise: "Wisdom," in the Bible, "is knowing the greatest goal in any situation, and the best way to achieve that…
The great Evangelist Billy Graham remarked, "The Holy Spirit illuminates the minds of people, makes us yearn for God, and takes spiritual truth and…
the Bible assumes the existence of God right from the very beginning. What the Bible does is reveal the nature, character, and work of God. God is…
There are certain things that have been blown out of proportion and have to be understood in the right perspective. That the laws of God are…
Civil Law: Civil law deals mainly with relationships between individuals, the settling of disputes, proper behaviour and lays down a normative social…
The Laws of the Lord can be broadly classified under three broad heads given as under: 1. Ceremonial laws & Sacrificial System 2. Civil laws 3. Moral…
The law is God's perfect standard of obedience and holiness. The very first "law" was given in the Garden of Eden when God told Adam not to eat the…
God answers prayer. But sometimes, God is silent. This silence can be difficult, frustrating, and even excruciating. The Bible tells the story of a…
There are many who claim that God speaks to them and many prophesy in His name. Whether they are speaking from their heart, from the devil, or from…
When Adam and Eve were in the Garden of Eden, they walked and talked with the Lord. Sin however came between them and this beautiful fellowship was…
It is blessed to be in the presence of the Lord. We enter into God's presence by preparing our hearts. As we come close to the Lord, the Holy Spirit…
Having known that God is omnipresent, which means God is everywhere, let us see what the Scriptures say. David said in Psalms 139:7-8 "Whither shall…
Our condition is pitiable, for we are all lost and gone astray. Isaiah 53:6 "All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned everyone to his own…
When man seeks supernatural wisdom, he often turns to the spirit world by consulting mediums, witches, or other avenues forbidden by God. Leviticus…
Wonder means amazement, awe, marvel, astonishment, surprise, and something our eyes cannot believe. When we talk about God being a God of wonder, it…
Is God fair? Yes, He is fair, and no one can ever be equal to His fairness. In fact, He goes the extra mile of fairness. He is gracious, loving,…
The "Lord of hosts," is a name that not only highlights God's sovereign power but also emphasizes His role as the commander of heavenly armies. The…
The Second coming of Jesus Christ is vividly described by Paul in both His books of Thessalonians and Corinthians and also in Mathews. Mathew…
Let us examine the rapture in its true sense as given in the scriptures. All of us believe that Jesus will return. The moot question is for what…
When the word 'rapture' is used in isolation, it refers to the righteous followers of Jesus Christ who will be taken to heaven with their Lord. But…
The word rapture is defined by the dictionary as "an intense feeling of pleasure or joy". Interestingly, if we go through the entire King James…
The "Lord of hosts," is a name that not only highlights God's sovereign power but also emphasizes His role as the commander of heavenly armies. The…
When God created this world, he did it with an explicit purpose. He wanted to have communion with His creation. To praise and worship Him and have…
Having understood the awesome power of the Great God, we need to rely on Him for the great power He wields. Nehemiah 9:32 "Now therefore, our God,…
God has infinite power. The human mind cannot comprehend. When King Hezekiah asked God for a sign that he would recover from his illness, God allowed…
Having understood the limitless and fathomless power of the Creator God, we have to take into cognizance that He and He alone is the Uncreated God…
The power of God is demonstrated by His ability to accomplish His will in every situation, both real and potential, through any means He chooses in…
We read of the subject of "The Kindness of God" in a number of passages of scripture in the Bible, the Word of God. It says in, II Samuel 9:1 "And…
The greatness of God is the ability of God to show that He is superior to all, living or non-living, physical, spiritual, and so on. Our God is great…
The English word "majesty" comes from the Latin word maiestas, which means "greatness or dignity." "The Majesty of God"…
Perfection is a state of existence that is divorced from mankind. On the other hand, God is absolutely perfect; whatever is perfect is to be ascribed…
We do not have to look far to see that Jesus is our standard of righteousness. Jesus Christ lived a perfect, sinless life, died a sacrificial death,…
Having understood that when weighed in the balances against this impeccable standard, we discover that we have all sinned and fallen woefully short…
The Apostles did a number of miracles. We will, however, restrict ourselves to a few to know how the Lord heals through his people. Many Signs and…
The concept of the righteousness of God is often understood as a fundamental attribute of God, describing His moral perfection and the justice of His…
The Bible opens not with proof of God's existence but underlines that He is very much there and is also the Creator God through Whom this world has…
The fact that we are debating the existence of God, is proof enough that God exists. The theory of evolution itself is riddled with holes. It is…
Science and religion especially God do not go together. The existence of God, for some, is highly polemic. This planet's existence speaks volumes…
The Lordship of God refers to God's supreme authority, sovereignty, and rule over all creation and the lives of individuals. It is directly…
According to the dictionary, eternity refers to a state to which time has no application. It is a state of timelessness. The word eternal means…
The "Fear of God" as described in the Bible is a central theme and refers to a deep reverence, awe, and respect for God, recognizing His…
The believer of God who believes in the Lord has an unshakeable trust in Him and enjoys a unique relationship with His Master and maker. The word…
Mercy and Grace are two sides of the same coin of God's Love. Mercy is the act of withholding deserved punishment, while grace is the act of endowing…
In the Book of Deuteronomy Chapter 28:1-15, the Lord outlines His blessings to His people if they harken to His voice and follow His statutes and…
God's saving grace is the unmerited Favour of God that reconciles sinners through Jesus Christ. This is not the same as mercy; grace is God's…
The Lord is very particular about His people. Whenever they have been threatened, and have submitted to their Creator God, He has been gracious to…
The Lord loves every individual and groups and communities as a whole. His love for His people both individuals and nations is enormous. There are…
The greatest help and rescue imparted by God was to save us from the lake of fire and eternal death. Deliverance from sin, rescue from trials, and…
God rescues His people collectively and individually as well. The rescue of God is not a mass rescue but is aimed at those who worship and trust the…
John 1:1 introduces to the Word "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." The Greek word translated as "Word…
Word of God- Part I The Bible is called the Word of God. It thus implies and can be considered a direct line of communication from the Lord. Hence,…
At the outset, let us understand that God is good; therefore, whatever God does is good. He is the epitome of goodness. If we go by this truth then…
It is a great pleasure for God to have a relationship with his created beings. Colossians 1:19 "For it pleased the Father that in him should all…
As Christians, we are fully aware of the fact that we need to obey God. Despite this, we end up on the wrong foot. It could be that we do not…
If we walk down the spiritual lanes of time, we will realise that disobedience opened the door to sin and the fall of man. The disobedience of Eve…
In Luke 18:19, the Lord says "And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God." To say that God is good means…
Faith begins with God. It is His gift, not the result of any human effort or achievement. God initiates the relationship between Himself and humans…
Hebrews 11:6 states "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder…
The faith in God is a reflection of our trust in Him, which in turn is based on a true understanding of Who God is. By placing our faith in God, we…
The Easton's Bible dictionary defines faith thus "Faith is in general the persuasion of the mind that a certain statement is true (Phil. 1:27; 2…
There are many of the opinion that since Jesus died on the 'Cross of Calvary', He has paid the penalty of sin. Further, since He died for everyone,…
God is not only the personification of perfect holiness (whose holy character we can never attain on our own or by our works of righteousness) but He…
Genesis 3:9-13 "And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, Where art thou? 10 And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was…
In Christianity, salvation (also called deliverance or redemption) is the saving of human beings from sin and its consequences—which include death…
All Christians stand on the promises of God. We all hope in the coming of the Lord and eternal life promised to the faithful. John 14:1-3 "Let not…
In Latin, 'compati' means "suffer with." Compassion means someone else's heartbreak becomes your heartbreak. Another's suffering becomes your…
The basic condition to receive the protection of God hinges on belief, trust, and obedience. Our suffering is on account of our sins which have…
The reason why we should trust God is because of what He is. It is human nature to put our trust in ourselves, friends, relatives, finances,…
Omniscience means God is all-knowing. This means God knows everything, including the past and future. There is nothing that God is unaware of. God…
means God is unchanging in his nature, true to his Word, has promised salvation to his people, and will keep his promises forever. He is worthy of…
, as we understand with our limited understanding, is used specifically to describe the greatness of God's own person and presence. His Glory depicts…
Having understood the implication and our stance concerning the third commandment, which is also given in Deuteronomy 5:11 "Thou shalt not take the…
Little knowledge is dangerous and willful misinterpretation of the 'Word of the Lord' and observance thereof will lead us to the path of destruction…
The Bible says that God is Spirit. Therefore, getting to know God is more difficult than getting to know each other. So, if we are still in doubt…
The Attributes of God are the character and traits of God as they are revealed to us in the Scriptures. God's Word, tells us what God is like.…
There are two aspects to what God can do. In the first place, by virtue of being the Uncreated God with unimaginable and unfettered powers, He can do…
The word grace in the Bible means "unmerited divine assistance given to human beings for their regeneration or sanctification." It is "God's…
is a prevalent concept both in the Old Testament and the New Testament. Love is a key attribute of God in Christianity, even if in the New Testament…
Immutability means that God does not change in any way. He is unchanging and for that reason perfect in every way. Malachi 3:6 "For I am the LORD, I…
Holy also refers to something or someone that has been separated from the common or set aside for God's use. Since it is for the Lord, it has to be…
The holiness of God refers to the unparalleled majesty of His incomparable being and His blameless, faultless, unblemished moral purity. In Christian…
According to Cambridge Dictionary Immanence is "the state of being present as a natural and permanent part of something:" The doctrine or theory of…
The word aseity is not found in the Scriptures. The word aseity was first used in the 1690s. "a being by itself, independent existence,"…
According to Wiktionary, this means "for ever and ever (not comparable) (biblical, Christian liturgy) Eternally; timelessly; with no beginning and no…
~The Power and the Glory God is omnipotent. Graham Greene's novel "The Power and the Glory" written in the 1940's is a significant reference…
Evil is real and not a mere state of mind. Furthermore, we live in a fallen world, which is morally and spiritually degraded. Thus, evil is rampant…
Temptation is the tempters' cup of tea. James 1:13 states "Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with…
Mathew 6:12 emphatically states "And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." Luke 11:4 also says "And forgive us our sins; for we also…
Temptation is the tempters' cup of tea. James 1:13 states "Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with…
Mathew 6:12 emphatically states "And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." Luke 11:4 also says "And forgive us our sins; for we also…
The Lord's Prayer is recorded in Matthew 6:9-13 and Luke 11:2-4. One portion of the prayer says, "Give us today our daily bread" (Matthew…
As human beings, we are prone to think of what is best for us. We fail to comprehend our limits and most of the time depend on human understanding.…
The Jews were living under the misconception that when the Messiah comes, he will free them from the Roman yoke and establish His own kingdom.…
To pray 'hallowed be Thy Name' means to ask God to let His name be worshipped, exalted, honoured, and adored on earth as it is in heaven. The…
The first marriage was solemnized by God in the 'Garden of Eden' between Adam and Eve. Thus, the union of two souls in holy matrimony has been in…
This aspect is discussed in Revelation 13:11-18 "And I beheld another beast coming up out of the earth, and he had two horns like a lamb, and he…
The stadium could easily house 35-40000 people. It was jam-packed. The stage was crawling with the team of the preacher viz., event manager, team…
Christianity is not a bed of roses. It is beset with the thorns of satan, who at every step is there to discourage us and take us astray away from…
The history of spiritual struggle takes us back to heaven before the creation of this world. The perfect of perfect creatures created by God was…
Circumcision was introduced during the time of Abraham as a religious rite and a covenant. Genesis 17:10-11 "This is my covenant, which ye shall…
Our thoughts, action, and personalities are based on the positive outlook that is a gift of the Lord and negativity which is the bastion of the…
True worship is divorced from formalism and traditionalism. Worship in truth is the opposite of worship based on a myopic, erroneous, and without…
With the efflux of time, worship had adorned the garb of diverse connotations. It is becoming more and more skewed and misunderstood, so much so,…
The right relationship with our Lord and the correct form of worship is the hub around which the entire Christianity revolves. According to Wikipedia…
Life has two sides to a coin. The rich and the successful and the poor and downtrodden. In our excited jubilation, we do not care nor think of the…
There are no prescribed positions or postures for praying to God. Communication with God does not require a certain physical position, but postures…
The Great Almighty is a God who can do anything, even what the human mind cannot fathom. Just by word of mouth, he created the heavens and the earth.…
The looking glass never lies and truthfully tells what is what. It may not be the same for the viewer. The viewer may like to see only what he or she…
is one of the strongest members of the body but at the same time a very important organ. The power of the tongue is tremendous. In the book of…
The parable of the tenant and the master is very aptly explained by our Lord and embraces the centrality of his teachings. It appears in Mark 12,…
Mathew 25:31-46 narrates the parable of the sheep and the goats. Mathew 25:31-33 "When the Son of man shall come in His glory, and all the holy…
At the outset, let it be clear that man is not only a special creative work of the Lord but becomes more special as God loves him and wants to have a…
The entire Christendom firmly believes that the Bible is the Word of God. The Word of God is what the Bible claims to be in I Thessalonians 2:13 "We…
God commanded Moses, "Let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them." Exodus 25:8. The sanctuary was built according to the pattern given…
There is no denying the fact that we are living in the end times. The second coming of the Lord is around the corner. It, therefore, becomes…
The Anchor Bible Dictionary describes remnant as "What is left of a community after it undergoes a catastrophe". With reference to God's…
In this busy and noisome world, it is imperative to take out time and spend in the solitude of quietness. Be it nature, hobbies, etc., the need is…
In this parable, a Pharisee and a tax collector go to the temple to pray. The Pharisee prayed about how good he was, but the tax collector asked for…
The Parable of the Sower is wonderful in the sense that it tells us about our spiritual standing. Mark 4:1-20 gives us the parable with an earthly…
It is exasperating to lose something and not be able to find it. There is this nagging feeling at the back of our heads, that keeps bothering us.…
The word light is used 272 times in the Bible. At the time of creation light was created, not by inventions and scientific extravaganza but simply…
The Laws of God – Sanctity – Part IV The Laws of God reveal His character and at the same time reflect His relationship with man. The moral nature of…
The Laws of God – New versus the Old Covenant – Part III Redemption from sin is the hub around which all the covenants rotate. Be it the first…
The Law – The New Covenant - Part II "A covenant is a chosen relationship between two parties based on specific promises" According to the dictionary…
Genesis 2:10-14 tells us about the river Euphrates. "And a river went out of Eden to water the garden, and from thence it was parted, and became into…
The Laws of God – Understanding the Laws - Part I When we go through the Old Testament, it is worth noting how much God cares for and loves us. For…
Beware – The Modern False Preacher The stadium could easily house 35-40000 people. It was jam-packed. In the front was a massive stage which was…
The Books of Life and Remembrance Record keeping is an important tool to establish facts, draw conclusions, and document. Such records are also…
In Luke 11:5-8 Jesus tells this parable of the friend in need in order to communicate the importance of being persistent in prayer. Very similar to…
God is our Father not only in that he is our Creator but that he is also our Redeemer. Thus, this is what distinguishes the Christian's relationship…