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Life Lessons From an Ox

I was reading the book of Proverbs and stumbled across a verse that I didn’t fully understand.  Here it is: “Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.”  (Proverbs 14:4) It’s clear that if you don’t have an ox, you won’t be able toContinue reading “Life Lessons From an Ox”

The Birth of Jesus – Prophecy Fulfilled

Over 2,000 years ago, a baby was born in a manger.  Most of the people bustling about Bethlehem that night had no idea that the greatest event in human history had taken place in their midst.   A few people, however, knew that the baby born that night was the long-awaited Messiah.   He was the oneContinue reading “The Birth of Jesus – Prophecy Fulfilled”

Find Your Way To Jesus

In the bustling and crowded town of Bethlehem, just about everyone was busy with activity.  But in the midst of the crowds and the movement, several people found their way to Jesus that night.  How is that possible?  God gave clues and signs so that Jesus would be found.  An angel appeared to shepherds whileContinue reading “Find Your Way To Jesus”

Common Sense And A Friend Called Wisdom

Common sense.  Good sense.  Sound judgment.  Practical understanding.  Correct perspective.  Sensible observation.  Wise insight. When I was in second grade my teacher tweaked my cheek and declared to me, “You have common sense!” I wasn’t sure exactly what common sense was when I was in second grade, although I knew it must be a goodContinue reading “Common Sense And A Friend Called Wisdom”