Mark 13:1-27

by | Apr 12, 2011 | Thoughts, Uncategorized

A passage about “Signs of the End of the Age” could be seen as scary. Or depressing. But what stood out to me this time were these phrases: “do not be alarmed,” (vs. 7) “do not worry,” (vs.11) and “he who stands firms to the...

Mark 12:28-34

by | Apr 9, 2011 | Thoughts, Uncategorized

“You are not far from the kingdom of God.” – Jesus (Mark 12:34)This line from Jesus really stands out to me, especially because of who He was talking to at the time. Jesus didn’t usually get along with the teachers of the Law, the religious...

Numbers 15:30-41

by | Mar 30, 2011 | Thoughts, Uncategorized

In yesterday’s devotional writing, I didn’t talk about the ‘unforgivable’ sin mentioned in Numbers 15:30-31. After Masaru-sensei’s message at prayer meeting last night, though, I think I have a clearer understanding. In these verses it...

Numbers 15:17-31

by | Mar 29, 2011 | Thoughts, Uncategorized

When I read the Old Testament Law, it always seems so complicated. There seems to be a rule about everything. Of course, positive side of that is that God cares about every aspect of our lives. His love is thorough, desiring to do a good work in ever little part of...