Psalm: 71 Meditation Ecclesiasticus: These opening lines set the tone of the book – dismal. The most recognizable expression is “Vanity of vanities! All is vanity.” This term “vanity” is not exactly what you may think. This word in Hebrew may refer to “vapor” or “breath”. Oddly enough, the term “breath” is also used to …
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Wednesday, September 9
Psalms: 49 Meditation Philippians: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.” (v. 3) Jesus spoke of Pharisees as being like that – to be made much of in the world. Our motivation for doing anything shall spring from a heart of gratitude. Thanksgiving for an opportunity to serve. We also have here a …