Fear Not: Moses and the Mountain. “The people said to Moses, ‘You speak to us, and we will listen. But don’t let God speak directly to us, or we will die!’ ‘Don’t be afraid,’ Moses answered them, ‘for God has come in this way to test you, and so that your fear of him will keep …
Fear Not: Moses and the Red Sea. “Moses told the people, ‘Don’t be afraid! Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.’” (Exodus 14:13). So after 400 years of slavery in Egypt, the Israelites have …
Fear Not: Isaac. “The Lord appeared to Isaac on the night of his arrival to Beersheba. ‘I am the God of your father, Abraham,’ He said. ‘Do not be afraid. For I am with you. And I will bless you. I will multiply your descendants, and they will become a great nation. I will do this …
Fear Not: Abram. “Some time later, the Lord spoke to Abram in a vision and said to him, ‘Do not be afraid, Abram. For I am your shield, and I will protect you. And your reward shall be exceedingly great… And Abram believed the Lord, and the Lord counted him as righteous because of his faith.” …
Fear Not: Introduction. “When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. I praise God for what He has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid?” (Psalm 56:3-4). Fear: dread or alarm in facing danger; to be afraid or apprehensive; anxiety caused by belief in approaching danger or by a perceived …
Biblical Last Words: Peter Glorifies. “It is only right that I should keep on reminding you as long as I live. For our Lord Jesus Christ has shown me that I must soon leave this earthly life… You must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to Him, …
Biblical Last Words: Paul Anticipates. “As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me, the crown of righteousness… The Lord will …
Biblical Last Words: Stephen Forgives. “And Stephen told them, ‘Look, I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand!’ As they stoned him, Stephen prayed, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ He fell to his knees, shouting, ‘Lord, don’t charge them with this sin!’ And with …
Biblical Last Words: Dismas Hopes. “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” (Luke 23:42). When Jesus was raised on the cross, He found Himself hanging between two criminals on their crosses, one thief on the right and the other on His left. Jesus the Innocent One, executed between two guilty ones. This fulfilled …
Biblical Last Words: Simeon Prophesies. “Simeon took the baby Jesus up in his arms and blessed God and said, ‘Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to your word; For my eyes have seen your salvation which you have prepared before the face of all peoples, a light to bring revelation to …
Biblical Last Words: Elijah Offers. “When they reached the other side of the Jordan River, Elijah said to Elisha, ‘What can I do for you before I’m taken from you? Ask Anything.’ Elisha said, ‘Please let a double portion of your spirit be upon me.’ Elijah said, ‘You have asked a hard thing. Nevertheless, if you …
Biblical Last Words: Solomon Decides. “That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey His commands, for this is everyone’s duty.” (Ecclesiastes 12:13). A strong beginning doesn’t necessarily guarantee a strong ending. Following the faithful leadership of his father David, Solomon started on the right track. As he assumed the throne, he …