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Self-Reliance in Place of God’s Guidance (2 Chronicles 16-20)

Bible Commentary

Even as the kingdom’s strength declines, the kings remain convinced they are in control of their situation. Confident...

Rehoboam’s Failure to Tell Good Advice From Bad (2 Chronicles 10:1-19)

Bible Commentary

The best counselor is often someone who can help you understand and apply God’s word and encourage you to come to your...

David Learns He Needs God’s Guidance How to Do His Work (1 Chronicles 13)

Bible Commentary

Doing things God’s way requires a working knowledge of Scripture.

Redeeming the Sermon

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Engaging the Lord in our Decisions (Joshua 9:12-15)

Bible Commentary

Joshua chapter 9 describes how the people of Gibeon deceived the people of Israel. They wanted the Israelites to believe...

Resources for Seminary Courses on Work and Calling

Seminary Curriculum

This page has links to free resources for seminary courses on vocation and calling and on the theology of work.

Joseph’s Dealings with His Brothers (Genesis 42-43)

Bible Commentary

In the midst of the crisis in Egypt, Joseph’s brothers arrived from Canaan, seeking to buy food, as the famine...

The Wise Worker is Shrewd (Proverbs)

Bible Commentary

The Valiant Woman sets an example of exceptional acumen in her work. The proverbs describe this virtue as “prudent”...

Best of Daily Reflections: Do You Know Where You’re Going?

Daily Reflection

That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, ‘It is the Lord!’ When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put...

You Knew It Was a Snake

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Howard Butt, Jr. shares another message about faith and work, pointing out that unethical business practices are a sure...

Best of Daily Reflections: Avoiding the Influence of Mockers

Daily Reflection

We live in a society of mockers. People who mock consider themselves better than others. They do not enter into serious...

Best of Daily Reflections: Do You Ever Wish God Would Reveal a Few More Spoilers?

Daily Reflection

Although I am less than the least of all the Lord’s people, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the...