We follow rules and regulations and we may not like or agree with all the rules. Whatever the rules are, there will be an effect which benefits some people at the cost of others. In Leviticus 19, God commanded a rule that took care of the poor that came at a very reasonable cost to […]
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Sacred is defined as entitled to reverence and respect, synonymous with holy; sacred can also mean highly valued and important1. Let’s pause and consider what is sacred. I looked up some answers on Quora and quite a few common themes are: Life Personal freedom Human rights Faith God Family Friendships When something is sacred to
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Not too long ago, it was the birthday of a dear friend who I had known for 30 years. While I never failed to wish her happy birthday and had always enjoyed the catching up during this day, I could never shake off the feeling that I had disappointed her 20 years ago. It was
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Have you felt envious of all the talented creatives who are doing so well out there? I wonder whether any of the Israelites felt that way about Bezalel and Oholiab. I certainly did feel envious every time I read Exodus 31. Then the Lord said to Moses, “See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of
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As I read about the golden calf that the Israelites made to worship (Exodus 32), the word ‘sneaky’ came to mind. Golden calf is defined in the Collins dictionary1 as the pursuit or idolization of material wealth The golden calf in Exodus 32 is associated with idolatry worship and turning aside from God – God
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