“Why have you returned evil for good?” On one occasion I watched the most incredible scene: It was an old western movie, and the hero came to the rescue of a damsel in distress. She was being abused physically by a criminal, and upon hearing her desperate screams, our hero…
Category: Pastor’s Meditations
Tears for God (Genesis 43)
“So he went into a private room and wept there.” There are occasions in our pilgrimage through this earth, when we are overcome with grief or joy. On those moments we cry, because crying is an outlet for intense emotions. Crying brings healing to our wounded soul. I…
The Words of my Mouth (Genesis 42)
“…in order that your words may be tested…” Actions, not only words, this is what the world expects of God’s children! This is not to say that we are not to preach the Holy Gospel. May it never be! We must proclaim God’s message every day, and at any…
Cows and Grain (Genesis 41) (February 10)
“God has shown… what he is about to do.” How wonderful is our God! His ways are mysterious and his purpose is sometimes (or most of the time) beyond our comprehension, but his love is never ending. God has a plan for our lives, regardless of our race, age,…
Three Days (Genesis 40)
“Within three days Pharaoh will lift up your head…” The difference between a Christian and an unbeliever is a three day journey. This is the road that Jesus walked to complete his work of redemption. This is the “road” that everyone must take in order to be born…
For Ever (Genesis 39)
“The Lord was with Joseph…” How sad and cumbersome is to feel alone and abandoned! On those moments, when life “turns her back” on us and friends disavowed us, we feel as if the earth was opening to swallow us alive. Sadness, for some…
One Big, Happy Family (Genesis 38)
“Judah went…
Dreams and Visions (Genesis 37)
“Once Joseph had a dream…” The children of God would do well to imitate Joseph. He was a man of God in good and in bad times. Joseph was faithful to the Lord wherever he was; either in his house, in prison, or in the Pharaoh’s court. God’s…
Christ or Canaan? (Genesis 36)
“Esau took his wives from the Canaanites…” Esau was a man of the world. He can be compared to a pagan that has been raised in a Christian home. Isaac served God, and was a good example to his children, including Esau. Esau had all the opportunities…
Room for One (Genesis 35)
“Put away the foreign gods…” Imagine with me the following scene: It’s Sunday morning, in your own church, and the pastor is preaching a long sermon. Let’s “hear” what some of your brothers and sisters are probably thinking: John–”I just want to know when the pastor is going to finish. I want…