In Arabah

In Arabah

Luke 4:1-13 . Philippians 2:6-8 . Hebrews 2:17 Walking south toward Jericho from the Jordan, Jesus left the road well before reaching the city. Turning northwest, he followed the broad rift into the barren wadis and hills of Arabah. As he turned, he smiled slightly at...
The Easy Burden of Jesus’ Yoke

The Easy Burden of Jesus’ Yoke

One morning while my friend Gordon and I were having coffee, he said, “Y’know, every morning I wake up feeling tired. Can’t remember the last time I woke up feeling rested. It’s not the physical side of doing the job, I can do that just fine. It’s all those...
I Am Worthy to Be Loved

I Am Worthy to Be Loved

Personalized and paraphrased Bible verses, bringing Scripture’s truth and encouragement to all who struggle with life. I Am Worthy to Be Loved Personalized and paraphrased Bible verses, bringing Scripture’s truth and encouragement to all who struggle with life. Read...
SHALOM: The PEACE of GOD

SHALOM: The PEACE of GOD

Excerpted from Shalom! by Douglas James Harris Baker Book House, 1970. Shalom: The Peace of God When I read Douglas Harris’ book, Shalom, in 1988, I was so impressed with its scope and comprehension of God’s peace that I very presumptuously excerpted the more salient...