Folly or Wisdom

“The woman Folly is loud; she is seductive and knows nothing. She sits at the door of her house; she takes a seat on the highest places of the town, calling to those who pass by, who are going straight on their way, ‘Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!’ And to...

Honest Dealings

John 18:19-21 The hight priest then questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching.  Jesus answered him, “I have spoken openly to the world.  I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all Jews come together.  I have said nothing in secret. ...

How Iron Sharpens Iron

“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17 After Moses died, Joshua was left alone. We can only imagine his state of mind, the pressures he faced, the fear that must have confronted him, as he looked ahead at the reality of facing fearsome...

When Life Crashes Down

John 18:15-17 Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple.  Since that disciple was known to the high priest, he entered with Jesus into the court of the high priest, but Peter stood outside at the door.  So the other disciple, who was known to the high...