Devotionals

There was a point in time where for devotionals, I just read devotional books and what not. And then it occured to me, these devotional books are, in no form, a substitution for reading the Bible (which I neglected, because I was reading these books). They are to enhance my scripture reading, but not take [...]

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After 5 Years, I Finally Get The Joke

In 2004, I got to attend my first National Youth Workers Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. I loved it so much, I’ve been to 3 more since, and hope to go to more.
Anyway, I attended a workshop by Doug Fields.
And during the workshop, he asked that we get out our bibles, then added, “If you’re a [...]

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Sometimes, the Bible Just Makes Me Say WTF

So for my devotions, I decided to read about Moses and the Exodus.
And, I guess this is a sign that I never really paid too close attention to the reading, because I must’ve read the story hundreds of times, but never really paid attention to this part, until earlier this week.
So, I’m reading and Moses [...]

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Biblical Characters Who Displayed Jealousy

I need your help. Trying to come up with a list of Biblical characters who were jealous of others, and often led them to act on their jealousy.
So far, I have Cain and Abel, Joseph’s brothers, Saul and David, and the Pharisees.
Can you name more?
(And not about God being a jealous God…)

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