April 26

Today's Reading

Judges. Gideon struggled with God's plan for him. He looked at his own abilities and doubted. Have you done that? Before judging Gideon for his lack of faith in requesting twice for the fleece to show him God's will, remember the spiritual darkness of his generation. I have observed that it becomes more challenging to walk by the light when I am surrounded by darkness. At the same time, the more I walk in the light, the more that light of Jesus penetrates the darkness.

This passage also includes another name for God. What do you think of it?

Luke. Peter's denials, Pilate's ambivalence and Herod's mockery are the painful exclamation points to this passage.

Psalm 95 and 96 are awesome, don't you think? I am moved by the words, "Don't harden your hearts as Israel did..."

Proverbs reminds us to speak the truth. The New Testament adds that we must do it with love.

Okay, you guys. I'd love to hear from you today! Thoughts? Questions?