The Curse of Coniah

David’s throne, but not his seed, would pass through Solomon. Something happened that disqualified Solomon’s bloodline from reigning in Israel. None of his family could reign, but his royal right as firstborn son would continue. Two places in scripture, and only two,...

God’s Promise to David

God’s promise to Abraham is the spring from which all His other promises flow. One of these amazing promises involves the fascinating story of the shepherd boy who became a king. As a young boy, David tended his father’s sheep on a hillside near the little Judean town...

Do Business Till I Come (part 3)

As we go through this parable, do not lose track of who we are dealing with and where we are. This parable was given by the King Himself – the Lord Jesus Christ – and He was just days from the cross. His words – often written in red – are always important, but at this...

Do Business Till I Come (part 2)

We began our series of pandemic posts by admonishing believers to meditate (ruminate) on the Word of God. Paul encouraged Timothy to study to show himself approved to God, a workman who need not be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of truth (2 Tim. 2:15). “Study”...

Do Business Till I Come (part 1)

Leaving Zacchaeus’ house, the King was winding His way to the back of a donkey that would help carry Him to His cross, which was just days away. Keep in mind that getting into the kingdom is one size fits all. We get in by grace through implantation of the gospel seed...