Tag: blessing
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Are we children of Ephraim? – Psalm 78
A child of blessing Ephraim was the second child of Zaphnath-Paaneah and Asenath. His father’s high position second only to Pharaoh gave Ephraim every advantage as he was brought up with all the riches of the palace. You may recognize him as brother of Manasseh and both brothers known as sons of Joseph, son of…
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James – Come now, brothers – 8
Our church receives a pastoral letter from James by messenger. We know James and trust his wisdom and leadership. He addresses us familially as brothers, opening with encouragement, ‘count it all joy when you experience trials.’ Come now, brothers, James urges, be wise, repent and do what the Lord wills. Unlike the church nearer the…
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Hebrews – Benediction
What is a benediction? Where did it originate and why is it the most appropriate closing to this or any letter? Perhaps you have heard a benediction or two, in Latin or another language, words sung closing a worship service. “So they shall invoke My name on the sons of Israel, and I then will…
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A Temporary Throne – 37
CHAPTER 37 Proverbs 18: 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. FROM THE WOMB ESAU HONORED HIS FATHER, BUT DID NOT HONOR HIS GOD AND CREATOR. I AM THE LORD. Genesis 27: Now it came to pass, when Isaac was…
