Psalm: 87 Meditation: EstherLike many rich and famous people in history, this Persian king liked to show off his wealth and possessions. After many days of partying and too much wine, the king calls for his most important and beautiful possession, the Queen Vashti to be brought before him and his guests. Her refusal to …
Tag: Possessions
Tuesday, June 8
Psalm: 60 Meditation Matthew: Almost as if to continue yesterday’s look at earthly wealth, “Sell your possessions, and give alms…For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (v. 33, 34) Jesus is reorienting our attention from this world toward His kingdom. His next discourse regards vigilance. How many times had Jesus mandated …
Wednesday, December 16
Psalms: 119:49-72 Meditation Matthew: Jesus is telling us, i.e., we of today, to keep watch. We would be prone to think just what the wicked servant thought – Jesus is taking too long: do whatever you like He’s not coming back for a long while. For the one who keeps alert, He will put in …