Whether we believe in God or not, the Ten Commandments are foundational to the possibility of humans living together in a civilized manner. Without them, we would quickly devolve into a Mad Max or “as in the days of Noah” lifestyle. But is there more to the Ten Commandments than just being rules for us to live by?
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The Ten Commandments – Grateful Obedience
Most religions in the world have a set of requirements that must be met in order for us to reach the promised reward. Practices that must be done, rituals that must be performed, etc. But one religion gives the reward away freely, only requiring faith. so simple even a small child can do it.
The Ten Commandments – I Am Your God
All of us go thru life looking for meaning, hope, and happiness. The world gives us many ways to get the life we desire, but they do not deliver. Those who have made it to the top report that there is nothing there. But God shows us the way to true life.
The Ten Commandments – God Rescues Us
In the Exodus story, the Israelites are being held captive in Egypt, and God rescues them, bringing them out of Egypt. What does this aspect of the Exodus story teach us about the gospel?
The Ten Commandments – God Delivers Us From Slavery
In the Exodus story, the Israelites are slaves in Egypt, and God delivers them, bringing them out of “the house of slavery”. What does this aspect of the Exodus story teach us about the gospel?
The First Commandment – What is Your Isaac
The First Commandment tells us to put God first in our life, and to have no other gods before Him. It establishes the foundation of our life. In it we see the first person of the Trinity, God the Father. How we handle this commandment sets the course for our entire life.
Jonah – Running from God’s Call
What causes the storms in our lives? Why do some of us struggle with addictions to various things or behaviors? Why do we spend so much time on our smart phones? And why don’t we care how our behavior is affecting the people around us sometimes? What is going on and what can we do about it?
King of Kings
In Matthew 17:20 we read that Jesus said that if we have faith the size of a mustard seed, we can move mountains. As we begin 2026, I am asking you to join me in prayer to ask Jesus to move four mountains. (image adapted from recent Africa New Life email image using AI)
Husbands Love Your Wives
The New Year brings resolutions and the thought of improving our life in some way. A good way for those who are married might be to take a look at our marriage and what we can do to better love our wives. The Bible gives us some good direction on this.
The Presence of the Lord
(Written in 2019 when a massive flood inundated our home – aerial view above) God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change and though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though theContinue reading “The Presence of the Lord”
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