Rhonda S.’s Journal
Newest Journal Entries for Rhonda S.
2012
Jul 10
Acts 25:11
If, however, I am guilty of doing anything deserving death, I do not refuse to die. But if the charges brought against me by these Jews are not true, no one has the right to hand me over to them. I appeal to Caesar!"
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
I admire Paul's courage to stand up for himself, and also his integrity to say and mean that if he had done wrong he would take the punishment even if it meant death. How admirable it is to accept deserved punishment, but how much more admirable is it that Jesus accepted the UNDESERVED punishment of death out of love for us.
2012
Jul 09
Acts 24:25
As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, "That's enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you."
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
Felix only wanted $5 of God... it was a sermon I once heard of addressing how people tend to only want the parts of God that they want. He became afraid to hear about the judgement and didnt want to hear about self control and living in righteousness... it is scary to realize what our lives look like compared to Jesus' example.
2012
Jul 08
Acts 23:19
The commander took the young man by the hand, drew him aside and asked, "What is it you want to tell me?"
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
The commander seemed like a wise compassionate, possibly fair man. He listened to the child even taking him by the hand. Others were so angry and beyond reason wanting to kill Paul. God does put people in places of authority to carry out His plans. And he can use believes and non-believers to suit his purposes.
2012
Jul 07
Acts 22:14
"Then he said: 'The God of our ancestors has chosen you to know his will and to see the Righteous One and to hear words from his mouth.
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
It encourages me to know that He still wants us to know His will and to hear His words though I must confess sometimes I wish I had someone to just come up and tell me His will and what I should be doing...I know the Holy Spirit is even better but I don't devote myself to learning to listen and to understand Him.
2012
Mar 17
Leviticus 25:18
" 'Follow my decrees and be careful to obey my laws, and you will live safely in the land.
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
This verse speaks to me because I struggle with legalism.
I try to do what's right, but most often still, it is out of fear.
Grace is so difficult for me to apply and understand.
2012
Mar 16
Leviticus 24:15
Say to the Israelites: 'Anyone who curses their God will be held responsible;
Rhonda S. from Somewhere said:
I still cringe each and every time I hear the Lord's name used in vain.
His precious name is thrown around so carelessly and foully millions
Of times a day. And instead of us being held responsible, these careless
Comments and utterances are more nails in Jesus' body... I wish
I could understand that kind of love.
On Numbers 2:34 by Ken J.
“Moses obeyed God's instructions exactly as he received them. This verse…”