April 21

Today's Reading

Joshua. "Deep in your hearts, you know that every promise of God has come true." I am very comforted by those words.

Luke. Reading Jesus' warning about religious leaders, I'm reminded of what Billy Graham's counselors said to him when he was young. They told him that three things are often used to bring preachers down: money, sex and power. Then they intentionally set up the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to protect him in those three areas.

Psalms. I was intrigued by the contrast of these two verses: "17 You are their glorious strength.
It pleases you to make us strong.
18 Yes, our protection comes from the Lord,
and he, the Holy One of Israel, has given us our king." In Ephesians, Paul told us to "Be strong in the Lord." Obviously, God wants us to develop our spiritual lives. On the other hand, He is the Protector in the end. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory belongs to the Lord.

Proverbs. Every week that goes by, I want to be a more reliable messenger. O God, help me not lead people astray!

And, Climbing Companion, how are you doing? Questions or comments today?