How we become prone to self-pity

If you developed a top 10 list for Bible characters, Moses and Elijah would probably make the cut. Men of strong faith, used mightily by God, and respected by the people they served. Yet, both had moments when they struggled, when self-pity took root, and discouragement followed. The biblical accounts of their struggles are helpful, because God answers them, revealingĀ his … Read More

What does a King desire?

What does a king desire? Palm Sunday announces the triumphal entry of Jesus asĀ king into Jerusalem. 500 years earlier the prophet ZechariahĀ told of his coming. Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; righteous and having salvation is he, humble and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the … Read More