I Want To Die - VIGNETTE

 Some of God's greatest servants wished to die. It is interesting to read the Lord's answer to their request.

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To Count or Not To Count, That Is The Question - VIGNETTE

 When God commands to count ...count!  But if He does not ... better not!  What about us? Know any misers? What about 'spend-a-holics', who are deeply in debt? Should we count our pennies?

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It Is Good To Be Left Behind - VIGNETTE

 Many years ago an astute observer said, "Children are the living message we send to a time we will not see."  Almost 30 years have passed since I read that statement. It is only now that I understand its full meaning.

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I Was Praying - VIGNETTE

 I was praying in regard to a day trip that was planned, and stopped my prayer in mid-sentence. Why?  You will need to listen to find out the answer!

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DIY ... Not Here! - VIGNETTE

It is much less expensive to do your own home repairs. But when it comes to Spiritual/Eternal matters, it is the WORST decision anyone could ever make! Nadab and Abihu learned too late, that DIY was a fatal mistake.

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Insight ... Get Some!

The Disciples had seen The Lord work awesome miracles, yet had not gained insight. They did not understand the true nature of Jesus. Do you think you or I would have fared better? Do we lack insight in the spiritual realm? Let us not kids ourselves!

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God Meant It For Good (continued)- VIGNETTES

STUDY 15: Saying Good-bye - The Last Family Meeting.  Jacob, by faith and under Divine Inspiration, speaks to each son about 'near' issues and far future prophecies.  He acts as a Beacon both to guide and warn these, his twelve sons and their descendants. Do you think they listened? (Genesis 49)

STUDY 16: You Meant Evil ...God Meant It FOR GOOD.  Joseph had a long life of service to God. But now he is dying. He provided for his family for many years.  With his death what will happen to his family? Faith looks upward ... Hope looks forward.   (Genesis 50)

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STUDY 11: All For One and One For All.  There's ONE more test to come.  Joseph will clearly see if these, his brothers, are changed men. Will they dump brother Ben to save themselves? (Genesis 44)

STUDY 12: A Day To Remember.  This is one of the greatest examples in the Bible of God's Sovereignty and Providence.  Joseph understands that his brothers indeed sold him but God sent him ahead for the saving of lives, most especially his own family! (Genesis 45)

STUDY 13: When Where Is There?  We finally know where God will multiply Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob's descendents. We are There!  Predominate is the promise of blessing to the actual fulfillment. God tells Jacob ... "There I will make you a great nation." (Genesis 46-47)

STUDY 14: A Life Time To Learn: God's Way Is Best.  Jacob has had a life time to understand that God's way is best. No deception, no 'back-room' deals. He will bless the sons of Joseph but the way Joseph's Dad was blessing them 'was evil in his sight.'  Seems Joseph had some learning to do! (Genesis 48)


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STUDY 8: God's Absolute Sovereignty. Joseph is now 30 years old. He is still in prison but this will change and change dramatically! Joseph had made the 'Roller-Coaster' ride from Riches to Rags.  Now he will go from Rags to Riches. What a difference a day makes! (Genesis 41)

STUDY 9: Turning Up The Heat And Turning On The Light. Joseph is about 37 years old now. He is second in command of all Egypt. Jacob sends ten of his sons to Egypt to buy grain. That is 'street-level' but God is moving His people, ever so slowly, toward fulfilling this promise to Abram in Genesis 15:13.  One must have spiritual vision to see the invisible hand of God in all circumstances. (Genesis 42)

STUDY 10:  God's Word Stands Forever, But He Uses Time And ....  Finally, Joseph sees his brothers for the first time in many years. But he must not emotionally collapse. One more test for his brothers.  Have they changed since they sold him? (Genesis 43)

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God Meant It For Good (continued) - VIGNETTES

STUDY 4: From Riches to Rags. Joseph was a rich kid and totally loved by his dad. In a single day his life changed forever. This special one became a slave! Where is God? Does He care? (Genesis 37)

STUDY 5: Meanwhile, Back at the 'Ranch".  We know where Joseph is. We know where Jacob is physically and emotionally but there is a lot happening in Joseph's absence back at the 'Ranch'. (Genesis 38)

STUDY 6: No Matter Where I Go, There I Am.  Joseph did not 'preach' nor 'pass out tracks' telling everyone about The God of the Hebrews. No, he walked the walk.  Joseph, as well as our own focus will be directed by where we place our affections.  (Genesis 39)

STUDY 7: The Mysterious Providence of God.  It has been eleven years since Joseph was taken down to Egypt. He is 28 years old now, serving other prisoners in the prison where he was unjustly imprisoned. He is close to graduation but does not have a clue.  (Genesis 40)

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God Meant It For Good - VIGNETTES

STUDY 1:  Introduction to the life of Joseph. We must see where this man comes from to understand where he finds himself as a slave in Egypt. 

STUDY 2: We take a whirl-wind ride through Genesis. We are going toward the study of Joseph's life.

STUDY 3: Family favoritism, "helping God out', Tricks and deception cause great difficulty for the family of Joseph and will ultimately put Jacob's favorite son in great peril.

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My Dad Said 'Guard Your Heart' - VIGNETTE

It is so very easy to forget to keep watch over our hearts and often trouble comes as a result. So when we forget to watch our emotions and they carry us away, how do we 'get it back together'? Click here to listen.

Walking on the Edge: Lot brought Lot a Lot of Trouble - Vignette

Many believers attempt to walk on the edge of the culture thinking they will not fall. I guess a few don't but the vast majority become snared, causing wreck and ruin to themselves and those around them. We can earn a lot more from the man, Lot.  Click here to listen.

Your Mother Is Looking For You - Vignette

What is the difference between the biological family and the spiritual family. Is there a difference? Well, Jesus answers this question.  Click here to listen.

This Isn't It: Keep Moving - Vignette

Have you ever had a 'perfect' day and would like it to be forever? The poet, Longfellow, said it well, "Into each life some rain must fall."  Click here to listen.

The Kiss of Betrayal - Vignette

How painful it is to be betrayed, especially by a kiss.  Better to be betrayed than to be the betrayer!  Click here to listen.

Motives Are Like Stowaways ...Vignette

Why do we do what we do and say what we say? Often there is a 'pay-off'. To check one's motive BEFORE one responds or reacts is to be wise.  Click here to listen.

Adjust or Self Destruct: Remember Lot's Wife - Vignette

Many of us can be captured in the trap of wanting to have or to be what once was. This is one of many of Satan's ploys. Life never stays the same ... adjust or self-destruct!  Click here to listen.

What If You Knew? - Vignette

What would your life be like if God had sent you a fax detailing ALL the events you would face in your life?  Click here to listen.

Does A New Year Grow Old? - VIGNETTE

 Does A New Year Grow Old?
A few thoughts "from my heart to yours" as we end 2014.