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One of the most contentious issues in modern society is the debate over gender roles. The roles of men and women in society have changed dramatically over the years, perhaps never so quickly as in recent decades. While men and women have often taken on tasks that were traditionally assigned socially to the other gender,Continue reading “October 2: Isaiah 17-19; Ephesians 5:17-33”

The role of Satan as the adversary of God is mentioned throughout the Bible in various places. We are not given a great deal of information about him, but we know enough to know he opposes all the plans of God, seeks to destroy the people of God, and is a proud and self-important being.Continue reading “October 1: Isaiah 14-16; Ephesians 5”

Many Christians have heard sermons and lessons on Ephesians chapter 4 at some point, possibly several times. This is one of the go-to passages when we look at the topic of spiritual gifts, which can be a controversial subject in some circles. While we argue over which gifts are still active and how the variousContinue reading “September 30: Isaiah 11-13; Ephesians 4”

Occasionally we may be surprised when something happens when or where we least expect it. You may be surprised when your children decide to clean the house while you are away for a day. You may be given a promotion at work when you didn’t even know you were being considered. Your spouse surprises youContinue reading “September 29: Isaiah 9-10; Ephesians 3”

Racial prejudice has become a big topic in the political and social culture of the United States, yet it did not have its origin here nor is our current situation the worst in history. Prejudice against people from other cultures, nations, and societies has been prevalent throughout the history of the world, found on everyContinue reading “September 28: Isaiah 7-8; Ephesians 2”

I have heard many people say that they would like to see God in all His glory. We may even wonder if the appearance of God in His majesty would instantly convince people not only of His existence but of their need to serve Him. All Christians look forward to the day when we shallContinue reading “September 27: Isaiah 5-6; Ephesians 1”

Doing something well always involves significant work. It may be that it requires physical labor that is exhausting, taking our strength and stamina. It could also involve intense thought and concentration, causing us to become mentally tired and taking away our ability to think clearly. Maybe the work doesn’t exhaust us in those ways, butContinue reading “September 26: Isaiah 3-4; Galatians 6”

Those who want to live the Christian life must make decisions about whom they will follow and where they will find the principles by which they live. The first place we should look is to God’s Word, the Bible, which He has given us to provide instructions for life both now and in eternity. Sadly,Continue reading “September 25: Isaiah 1-2; Galatians 5”

With all that is happening in our world this year, we might think we are the victims of some seriously bad timing. The way so many disastrous events, natural and man-made, have come together this year reminds some people of the plagues on Egypt. The world appears to be spinning out of control, with peopleContinue reading “September 24: Song of Solomon 6-8; Galatians 4”

While there are many deep mysteries in the Bible that are difficult to understand and require much thought, there is probably no book that causes more consternation to readers today than Song of Solomon. A poetic play involving several characters and groups, it is written in a genre that is unfamiliar to us today andContinue reading “September 23: Song of Solomon 4-5; Galatians 3”