Out of the Chaos
Inspiration for living outside of the chaos.
Tag: scripture
Daily Reads 01.20.2020
I am enamored with breathing. Every breath I take means one more moment of life. The last couple of days I listen to my breath coming in, going out. And I think about my Creator. Genesis 2 says it like this: Then the Lord God formed the man from the dust of the ground. He breathed the …
Daily Reads 01.19.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 12:8-13 Solomon’s conclusion of all his searching is this: That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty. Ecclesiastes 12:12 Pretty simple, isn’t it? In all his searching and trying different paths to find meaning in life, in the end he …
Daily Reads 01.18.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 12:1-7 This passage of scripture is the most picturesque description of aging I have ever read. Years ago when I was teaching Bible in a local private school, I assigned the students to read these verses and procure a picture of what Solomon describes. Not a single student brought a picture of a …
Daily Reads 01.17.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 11 Today Solomon turns to investment advice. In our house, Dave takes care of our investment portfolio, following the advice of a financial manager. It seems to me that Solomon’s advice is as good as anyone. His perspective: DIVERSIFY. Balance seems to be the key to successful living. He says in all of …
Daily Reads 01.16.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 10 In this chapter, Solomon contrasts wisdom and folly. Most of his contrasts are written in the form of pithy sayings that cut right to the point. I especially enjoyed verse 10. Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed. Ecclesiastes …
Daily Reads 01.15.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 9 In Solomon’s exploration of life and its purpose, he also explored death. He concluded that death comes to all regardless of position, power or belief system. And in this, he is correct. One hundred percent of us will die. Because he writes trying to find meaning apart from God, his conclusion is …
Daily Reads 01.14.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 8 While there are many important truths in today’s reading, I will highlight only two. The first is found in verses 5 and 6. Those who are wise will find a time and a way to do what is right, for there is a time and a way for everything, even when a person …
Daily Reads 01.13.2020
Read: Ecclesiastes 7 The reading for today is well worth the effort it takes to read the whole chapter. But knowing we don’t all have the same time, I selected my standout verses to share with you today. Here they are: Not a single person on earth is always good and never sins. Don’t eavesdrop …
Daily Reads 01.12.2020
I know that my Redeemer lives! And today I choose to celebrate that undeniable fact with my life! I invite you to do the same! May your worship today be blessed with Holy Spirit moments throughout!
Daily Reads 01.11.2020
The most disturbing aspect of Solomon’s writing is looking at life and trying to find meaning separate from a relationship with God through Jesus. Nothing in life will bring fulfillment without the eternal perspective of Jesus bridging the gap between God and humanity. Read: Ecclesiastes 6 I find that I agree with Solomon. There really …
Out of the Chaos 