Christ’s open door

“I know your works—behold, I have set before you an open door, and no man can shut it—for you have a little strength, and have kept my word, and have not denied my name.”—Revelation 3:8, verses 1-13 in our Bible reading plan today. Here is encouragement from Horatio Bonar,  Scottish hymn writer and pastor: I. … More Christ’s open door

Real or fake?

As the Father has loved me, so have I loved You. Continue You in my love.  If you keep My commandments, you shall abide in My love, even as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in His love.” —John 15:9-10 I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you … More Real or fake?

Seeking true wisdom

Dr. Kim Riddlebarger comments on Job 28, our Bible reading passage for today: Divine wisdom is therefore most fully revealed in special revelation–God’s speeches and acts of redemption. Such wisdom is codified in God’s law–particularly in the covenant of works God established with Adam in Eden, the specific terms of which are republished in the … More Seeking true wisdom

The importance of listening

Today in our Bible reading plan, we come to Revelation 2:18-29. Seven times in Revelation, in the letters to the seven churches of Asia Minor, Jesus commands: “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches” (Revelation 2:7,11,17,29; 3:6,13,22).  The Spirit speaks through the Bible:  Are we listening? Do … More The importance of listening