Offering First Choice

Genesis 13:8 (NET) - Abram said to Lot, “Let there be no quarreling between me and you, and between my herdsmen and your herdsmen, for we are close relatives.Friction developed when Abram traveled with his nephew Lot.Both had an abundance of flocks, herds, and tents.But the land was unable to support them both.The herdsmen of Abram and Lot began quarreling.The only solution was for Abram and Lot to part ways.This could have been a source of contention as well.Fortunately, Abram knew just how to cope with the situation.Abram spoke with Lot.He said that quarrels should be set aside.He told Lot...

Faithful to the End

Isaiah 53:1 (NET) - Who would have believed what we just heard? When was the Lord’s power revealed through him?Isaiah begins this chapter by posing two questions?He then answers these questions in a prophecy that would be fulfilled by Jesus.This prophecy would be fulfilled centuries later.Isaiah describes the pain, rejection and suffering Jesus would endure.He also explains why Jesus had to endure it all.Isaiah describes man’s rebellious and sinful nature.He also clearly describes how Christ would endure this without protest.He even describes His association with criminals and burial in a borrowed...