Here are three definitions of “habit”: 1. A recurrent, often unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition. 2. An established disposition of the mind or character. 3. Customary manner or practice. The Bible addresses the need for a habit that we should all have. The best passage that I can find to […]

There are two pronouncements by Jesus in Scripture where He commends someone for “great faith”. Last week we looked at the centurion (Matt. 8:5-13 and Luke 7:1-10). This week we are looking at the Syro-Phoenician woman in Matthew 15:21-28 and Mark 7:24-30. The story begins with this lady repeatedly crying out to Jesus, “Have mercy […]

There are only two times that I could find where Jesus commended someone for great faith. I will look at the first this week, and the other next week. The first is in Matt. 8:5-13 (Luke 7:1-10). In Capernaum, Jesus was approached by a centurion who pleaded with Jesus to heal his servant who was […]

This is a statement that Nehemiah made to his enemies who were trying to distract him and stop the great work of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. (Neh. 6:3) The reason it was great is because it was God’s work. What a thrill to have the important job of laboring together with God in His […]