April 24

Today's Reading

Judges. Notice the pattern of Israel. They rebelled against God and God allowed them to be defeated. They cried out to God and He sent a judge to lead them to victory. They had peace, got prideful, rebelled and started the process over again. I have repeated this pattern in my life way too many times!

Luke. It has been a while since I pondered Jesus words to Simon Peter in today's reading. "Satan has asked..." Later this year we will read how Satan asked for permission to test Job and God granted it. It's amazing that God allows these things. Then, when we see the results, we understand how God uses the tests to grow us. He grew Peter and used him to strengthen his brothers, just as Jesus prayed.

Psalms. The godly will flourish like palm trees. We have seen palm trees withstand torrid heat and wind that blows trucks over. What a description!

Proverbs. Build your home (doesn't say "your house"); fear the Lord. Simple, profound steps to success.

What do you see? What leaves you scratching your head?