Scripture “this Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a teacher well versed in the Law of Moses, which the Lord, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted him everything he asked, for the hand of the Lord his God was on him.” Ezra 7:6 NIV Observation There are three mentions in
Read more Scripture “And I said, ‘This is my fate; the Most High has turned his hand against me.’ But then I recall all you have done, O Lord ; I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago. They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.” Psalms 77:10-12 NLT Observation The
Read more Scripture “Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or sisters, your relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the
Read more Scripture “May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us— so that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations.” Psalms 67:1-2 NIV Observation There is a purpose for God’s grace and blessings upon us: to announce God’s ways and His salvation everywhere. Application
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