Jesus continues His “Sermon on the Mount” in chapter 6 (and seven). In chapter 6, as is notable in today’s verse, is the term, “Do not store up…
Daily Word: Less is More? Matthew 6:25
You know what I noticed? The more stuff I have, the more I worry about other stuff. What about you? Doesn’t seem quite right, does it…
Daily Word: After Jonah? Nahum 1:7
We look at a “minor” prophet’s words today, Nahum. Nahum is the Hebrew word for comfort or consolation, but this prophet’s writings are anything…
Daily Word: Not Worth Comparing, Romans 8:18
Back when we lived in the Philadelphia area, there was this lovely woman in our congregation, “Judy”. Not only was she lovely on the outside…
Daily Word: We’re the Aliens? Habakkuk 2:14
Shabbat Shalom! How do we have peace amid unrest and chaos, even within our families? It is with reminders that this is not our home. We abide…
Daily Word: No Regrets? 2 Corinthians 7:10
Paul’s first letter to the believers in Corinth produced a strong reaction. In this case, it was conviction of their sins — even deep sorrow…
Daily Word: The Art of Praise. Revelation 4:11
Anyone an artist? A painter, sculptor, lyricist, writer? The context of today’s verse expresses beautiful images of the throne room of heaven…
Daily Word: My Bugaboo? Context. Philippians 4:19
Paul’s final words to the Philippian believers are so beautifully written. So worshipful. Yet, how many times have we “used” this—today’s verse…
Daily Word: Therefore? Hebrews 4:16
My rabbi in Philadelphia used to say, “If a sentence begins with the word, ‘therefore,’ then read the sentences before to see what it is there for…
