November 23

Today's Reading

Ezekiel. When Christ returns, how will these Jewish traditions of worship fit into the overall plan for the Kingdom? I'm not sure, but I am sure that Jesus was a Jew and this all has significance. 

1 Peter. When God opened the door for us to buy the property where we are located, we sought out a suitable name that reflect our desire that all people feel welcome there. Our location on the edge of the mesa -- about the closest thing the city of Yuma has to a "ridge" -- we considered names that included the word. One day a church leader came in with these verses: "4 You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God’s temple. He was rejected by people, but he was chosen by God for great honor.
5 And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple." She asked, "How about Stone Ridge Church?" Other factors played into the decision, but these verses are the foundation of our name, just as Christ Himself is the cornerstone of the church.

Psalms. "45  I will walk in freedom,
for I have devoted myself to your commandments." The sinner desires the "freedom" of life outside of God's commands, which is truly a life of bondage. Only God's commands bring us to the place of true freedom and joy -- life with no regrets.

Proverbs. Discernment: it's one of God's greatest navigational gifts as we travel the journeys of this life.

What are your insights today?