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Download PDF Oct. 22, 2025 John 14:1-29 offers comfort through Jesus’ assurances that his followers’ hearts should not be troubled because he is preparing a place for them in heaven, and that he is the way, truth, and life to the Father. It also emphasizes the promise of the Holy Spirit, who will act as an advocate and guide, empowering believers to continue Jesus’ work and glorifying God. This passage challenges believers to live out the teachings of Christ through love and faithfulness,…

Download the PDF Luke 18:1 And He told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. It is worth noting that the two Greek verbs used to express “to pray” and “lose heart” are both in the present tense. One sense of present tense Greek verbs is continuation. In other words, Jesus exhorts us to pray continuously, without end, regardless of time. Yet there are at least three things that work against…

Download the PDF Oct. 8, 2025 John 6:25-35 is a passage where Jesus calls the crowd to look beyond physical food to the spiritual “bread of life” he offers, which provides eternal sustenance and satisfies a deeper spiritual hunger for God and a relationship with Him. The passage emphasizes that true belief involves more than receiving tangible benefits; it requires a complete reliance on Jesus for spiritual nourishment and eternal life, transforming our worldview to one centered on what truly endures.   The Crowd’s…

Download the PDF Oct. 1, 2025 Habakkuk 1:1-6 shows the prophet’s complaint to God about the rampant injustice and wickedness within his own community, which God does not seem to address. In verses 12-13, Habakkuk acknowledges God’s supreme holiness and unchanging nature, questioning how such a God can tolerate evil. God’s reply in 2:1-4 reveals his plan to use the Babylonians as an instrument of punishment, and Habakkuk is instructed to write this vision down and wait patiently for its fulfillment, as “the…

Download the PDF Commentary on Luke 16:19-31Lois Malcolm As much as we would like to spiritualize the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus, it is very difficult to explain away its central message, especially given what Luke has to say about money and possessions elsewhere in his Gospel.The fates of these two individuals after death are very much tied to their experiences of wealth and poverty in this life.The rich man has no name, although he’s been given various…

Download the PDF I know that we are technically still in the Summer season, but as I do my customary walks with Miss Ellie around 7:30 PM I have noticed how much darker it is getting earlier and earlier. What used to be a lovely evening walk now threatens me with having to put the glow light on Ellie’s collar and for me to don the reflective harness to alert oncoming cars that yes, we are on the sidewalk and…

Download the PDF here Sept. 10, 2025Nature provides lessons in patience and resilience, reminding us that growth and change are gradualprocesses, not to be rushed. Observing ecosystems teaches us about interconnectedness and collaboration, showing how everything has a purpose and works together, even if its role isn’t immediately obvious. It also emphasizes adaptability, as plants and animals adjust to thrive in different environments, urging us to be flexible in our own lives. Furthermore, nature demonstrates the importance of balance and harmony, offering a…