Tag: earthly

The Tragedy of Naboth: Lessons in Pride and Power

In the story of Naboth’s Vinyard, we see the destructive nature of pride and entitlement as Ahab sulks over Naboth's refusal to sell it. Jezebel, embodying a monstrous arrogance from her royal upbringing, emboldens Ahab and plots to seize Naboth's land by murdering him, illustrating how pride and power corrupts and leads to God’s judgment. This story was written for our example and serves as a warning against the allure of a king-like royalty and authority, highlighting the dangers of a proud self-seeking mindset that shuns true humility. As we reflect on this story, it challenges us to examine how we raise our children, urging us to foster humility rather than pride, and to remember that God honors meekness, not the proud wielding of control.

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An Evil Eye

“An evil eye” is a Hebrew idiom from the Old Testament. Jesus warned that if a person has an evil eye it is evidence that they are filled with great darkness. In this article we explore the meaning of an evil eye.

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The Good Portion

Do our priorities make sense in light of eternity? Are they earth bound or Heavenly? The story of Martha and Mary is insightful because it illustrates how misplaced priorities can rob a person from what’s vitally needed.

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The Spirit of Anger 

The Spirit of Anger  Robert Wurtz II   Make no friendship with a man given to anger, nor go with a wrathful man, lest you learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare (Proverbs 22:24-25 ESV).   A man of wrath stirs up strife, and one given to anger causes much transgression (Proverbs 29:22... Continue Reading →

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Selfish Ambition: The Enemy of God’s Will

Jesus said, “It shall not be so among you” that leadership “lords over” the saints. But this does not stop men from disobeying Him in His name.

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Destroying the Church

Destroying the Church Robert Wurtz II   "If anyone defiles the temple of God, God will destroy him. For the temple of God is holy, which temple you are." (1 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV)   The context of our passage relates to building up the churches. Together the churches make up the Church, the temple of God (the dwelling... Continue Reading →

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The spirit of Alexander the Coppersmith

Alexander the Coppersmith was delivered to Satan. In this article, we explore why and what we can learn from his life.

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The spirit of Adonijah

In the article, the author explores the story of Adonijah, son of King David, who ambitiously sought the throne for himself, reminiscent of his brother Absalom. Despite his charm and efforts to gather support, Adonijah's aspirations conflicted with God's choice of Solomon to build the Temple, highlighting the theme of divine purpose versus personal ambition. The article underscores the importance of parental discipline, noting that David's failure to correct Adonijah contributed to his misguided pursuits. Ultimately, Adonijah's treachery leads to his execution, serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of prioritizing personal power over God's plans. The author draws parallels to modern political schemes, urging readers to focus on collective efforts for the greater good rather than individual glory in building God's kingdom.

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