Author: Alexander Gonzalez

“…the leaders of Israel…made offerings.” Our modern and sophisticated society is still fascinated by the glamour and distinction of royalty. In an era of computers and space travel, people find time to follow the “ins and outs” of princes and princesses. Take Princess Diana for example.  Her wedding ceremony was broadcasted worldwide, and many believed…

             “…the consecrated head”             John and Ernest were two good friends who attended Medical School.  Their childhood dream was for both of them to become doctors, and later on to open a clinic to treat poor people.             John wanted to be a doctor, but he had other interests…

             “…be immune to this water of bitterness.” There are only a few things in life that produce more temporary “pleasure” than sin.  Temptation looks as good to us as bait on a hook does to a fish.  As a matter of fact, the most challenging temptations, are the ones…

            “This was the enrollment…”             A pastor asked his Sunday School Superintendent, for the final count in the attendance that morning.            “There were fifty children and twenty six adults in all the classes today.” The Superintendent replied.             “Are you sure that you counted correctly?” …

            “…doing service at the tabernacle;”             In our churches there are many different ministries, but very few ministers.  A minister is not a title given to a “reverend” or pastor; it is rather a word that means being or acting like a servant.             The most important factor about Christian…

            “…under ensigns by their ancestral houses;” The Olympic Games are held every four years and it is regarded as the “King” of all sporting events.  As I write these lines, thousands of athletes from all over the world are competing in yet another summer Olympics with hopes of achieving…

            “…everyone in Israel able to go to war.” Man of God, or holy woman, God is calling soldiers to join his righteous army.  There is a war around us and we have been enlisted to fight in this spiritual battle against the forces of evil. The devil and his…

            “If a person consecrates a house to the Lord…”             I still remember the day we moved into our present house.  Many and grievous were the years we spent living in crowded and noisy apartments and paying exorbitant rent.  Now we have a home; a place of our own!…

            “…and made you walk erect.”             If someone would ask us about our past, most of us would probably hide our faces in fear and shame.  Our past is probably filled with sinful acts and evil thoughts.  To retrace our steps and relive it again…well is just too painful.            …

            “…anyone of their family…may redeem them…” The year of Jubilee was indeed a blessing from God to his people.  Every fifty years all the slaves were set free and the poor could return to their repossessed homes.  It was truly a year of jubilation and celebration! If someone could…