Peter’s Brother, One of THE TWELVE
Andrew’s name means “manly” or “brave.” That makes sense as we dig deeper into the life of (according to some accounts) Jesus’ first disciple. He was a man’s man – a fisherman in the region of Galilee. Fishermen worked day and night in all weather. Sunburned, rough, and weathered, these men were used to working […]
Pride
In the Bible, PRIDE is viewed as a negative trait, associated with arrogance, self-centeredness, and a sense of superiority that leads us to ignore or reject God’s authority. This root of sin causes us to elevate ourselves above others or even above God. Below are two biblical perspectives on pride: • Proverbs 16:18: Pride goes […]
King H.
King Hezekiah, translated as “Yahweh has strengthened,” is known for his godly character and sinful pride as written in the second books of Kings and Chronicles. He was a good king, “He did what was right in the sight of the Lord, just as his father (ancestor) David had done” (2 Kings 18:3). His goals […]
Humility is a Virtue
Humility refers to the quality of being modest, neither bold nor boastful, showing compassion toward others and standing humbly before the Lord. When we recognize our limitations and weaknesses through humility, we can move toward a greater dependence on God. In the Bible, humility is praised as virtuous, complete with wisdom and grace. These scriptures […]
Fear Can Be a Good Thing
Although we are encouraged in Scripture to trust the Lord and not live in a fearful manner, there is a type of fear we should cultivate. Let us look at the FEAR OF THE LORD, which is a gateway to God’s blessing. This fear has the connotation of reverence and awe but also an understanding […]