Psalm 124 – If the Lord had not been on our side—let Israel say—2 if the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us, 3 they would have swallowed us alive when their anger flared against us; 4 the flood would have engulfed us, the torrent would have swept over us, 5 the raging waters would have swept us away. 6 Praise be to…
Continue Reading2 Peter 2:17-22 – 17 These people are springs without water and mists driven by a storm. Blackest darkness is reserved for them. 18 For they mouth empty, boastful words and, by appealing to the lustful desires of the flesh, they entice people who are just escaping from those who live in error. 19 They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves…
Continue Reading1 Peter 2:21-25 – 21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22 “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him…
Continue ReadingHorror oh horror, oh the screams! Agony yells out with abandon, Women bend over and scream with no restraint! Even children know the horror. Men groan and fear at what has been wrought. In anger and revolt the earth roars and shakes, Thunder and lightning unveil the vulgarity, Winds rush and push the stench into…
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