Eternity's Corner

Contemplating the Heart of Divine Instruction Deuteronomy 6:6-7 urges us to internalize God’s commandments, holding them steadfast within our hearts and impressing them upon the lives of those around us. This passage reminds us that obedience to divine instruction is not a fleeting gesture but a lifelong pursuit—requiring that we meditate upon, speak of, and embody these words in every circumstance. It calls us to an intimate relationship with wisdom, transforming the law from mere external obligation into a living principle that shapes our character and our daily actions. To contemplate the Heart of Divine Instruction is to seek the spirit behind the letter, the love within the command. When we pause to reflect on God’s words—not only as rules to follow but as expressions of care and guidance—we begin to grasp their enduring relevance. The heart of instruction is not simply discipline but devotion: a calling to nurture faith in ourselves and to pass it deliberately to the next g...

Isaiah 43:18-19 “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” Letting Go of Yesterday So often, our hearts find comfort in the well-worn paths of what has been. Isaiah 43:18 gently urges us, “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.” God’s invitation here is not to deny or erase our history, but to loosen our grip on it. Our past, with its triumphs and trials, can become a lens that limits our vision for what is possible. In faith, we are called to step out from the shadow of yesterday, trusting that God’s plan is not constrained by what has always been. “See, I am doing a new thing!” God’s declaration in Isaiah 43:19 is both a promise and a challenge. It asks us to lift our eyes and perceive the ways God is moving—often subtly, sometimes dramatically—outside our expectations. Embracing God’s new way means choosing hope over nostalgia, openness over resistance. It means believing, even when evidence is scant, that the Creator is s...

Living Wisely and Purposefully Each Day Ephesians 5:15-16 tells us, “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” – Ephesians 5:15-16. In these brief but profound verses, Paul reminds us of the precious nature of our days and the urgency that should characterize how we live. To walk circumspectly is to move through life with intention, careful not to waste the opportunities presented to us. In a world filled with distractions and countless demands on our attention, this wisdom calls us to mindfulness, urging us to embrace each moment as a gift from God. Redeeming time means more than simply managing our schedules; it is about investing ourselves in what truly matters. Every hour is a currency we cannot recover once it is spent, and Paul’s charge is to use it for things eternal—loving God, serving others, and growing in Christlikeness. When we redeem our time, we prioritize those relationships and actions...

Romans 2:21-23: 21 you, then, who teach others, do you not teach yourself? You who preach against stealing, do you steal? 22 You who say that people should not commit adultery, do you commit adultery? You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? 23 You who boast in the law, do you dishonor God by breaking the law? The Call to Integrity and Grace in Our Actions In Romans 2:21-23, Paul poses a series of piercing questions: “You, then, who teach others, do you not teach yourself? You who preach against stealing, do you steal? You who say that people should not commit adultery, do you commit adultery? You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? You who boast in the law, do you dishonor God by breaking the law?” These verses confront the temptation to judge others while failing to hold ourselves to the same standard. Paul highlights the disconnect that often exists between what we profess and how we live, warning that such hypocrisy not only hurts our own souls but also brings dishonor to Go...

Romans 8:18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. Enduring Trials With an Eternal Perspective When life presses in and suffering seems relentless, Romans 8:18 reminds us that our present troubles are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. This verse calls us to lift our eyes above the immediate pain and fix them on the eternal hope found in Christ. Our hardships, though heavy, are fleeting and serve to remind us that we are not home yet. The promise of future glory is not a denial of our current trials, but an assurance that God’s story for us is not finished, and the best is yet to come. Embracing this truth renews our strength and ignites hope within our hearts. Even as we walk through seasons of loss, disappointment, or confusion, we are accompanied by the One who assures us that our suffering has purpose and our endurance is not in vain. Let us hold fast to faith, trusting that eve...

It will be good for those servants whose master finds them watching when he comes. Truly I tell you, he will dress himself to serve, will have them recline at the table, and will come and wait on them. Luke 12:37 The Blessing Found in Faithful Expectation In Luke 12:37, Jesus paints a remarkable picture of blessedness for those servants whom the master finds watching when he returns. This invitation to be vigilant is not a call to anxious waiting, but to hopeful expectation and readiness. Watching, in the biblical sense, means to live every day with a heart attuned to God’s presence, eager and prepared for His movement in our lives. It is the posture of faith that trusts the Lord’s timing and remains steadfast, even when the wait is long or the night seems dark. Waiting on the Lord is not passive; it is an active anticipation fueled by faith and devotion. In the quiet moments, as we set aside our own plans and agendas, God molds our character and deepens our reliance on Him. Th...

Peace and Fruitfulness in God’s Loving Correction Hebrews 12:11 offers a gentle reminder that although discipline seems painful rather than pleasant at the moment, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those trained by it. God’s correction often arrives in seasons we would rather avoid—times of discomfort, challenge, or unexpected change. Yet within these moments is an invitation: to trust His wisdom, to rest in His unwavering love, and to discover the deep peace that comes from surrender. When we encounter God’s discipline, it is not a sign of His anger or rejection, but evidence of His care—a Father shaping the heart of a child whom He cherishes. Like a gardener pruning branches to increase their fruitfulness, God tenderly removes what hinders growth so that, in due time, our lives might flourish with the fruit of righteousness. Peace is not always found in the absence of hardship; often, it arises right in the center of God’s loving correction. As we yield to His ...

1 Peter 1:6-7 Finding Joy and Purpose in Trials In the opening lines of his letter, Peter acknowledges the reality of suffering. He does not minimize the pain, nor does he paint trials as a mere footnote in the journey of faith. Instead, he calls believers to rejoice, "though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials." This is not a call to deny sorrow, but an invitation to discover joy that is deeper than circumstance—a joy rooted in the hope and inheritance we have in Christ. Peter explains that these trials have purpose: "These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed." Much like gold purified in fire, our faith is tested and refined through hardship. It is in these moments of uncertainty and pain that our trust in God grows most radiant. The fire does not destroy; it rev...