22 For false messiahs and false prophets will appear andperform signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, eventhe elect. 23 So be on your guard; I have told you every-thing ahead of time. - P57
27 And he will send his angels and gather his elect fromthe four winds, from the ends of the earth to the endsof the heavens." - P57
The context of this passage is the destruction of the temple, which tookplace in 70 AD, but one lesson for us today is the power of our prayers.Jesus tells His disciples that their prayers can influence the timing ofevents. - P58
If God‘s people have to flee in the winter, their situation willbe even more difficult, so He tells His disciples to pray that the eventswould take place in another season. - P58
We do not know exactly how ouraffect different people and situations, but we know for sure thatthey do. May we not take this exhortation lightly and be mindful thatour prayers are powerful.We can anticipate that effective change willresult from our earnest and sincere prayers.prayers - P58
Today, there are some who are like false prophets and false messiahs,leading people astray from the truth of the gospel. - P58
We, too, should beaware that such people exist, and utilize God‘s wisdom to recognizethem with the help of the Holy Spirit.With His help we can discernintruth from lie and aid others in doing the same. - P58
God surelyknew what was best for me. Ultimately, I did get a job with every de-tail I requested, and there could be no doubt that God had answeredmy prayer. I was and still am extremely grateful, and whenever I amtempted to doubt the power of prayer, I remember this testimony,give thanks to God, and continue to offer sincere and earnest prayers. - P59
한 시녀가 나일강가 갈대숲 사이에 놓인 갈대 상자를 발견해공주 앞에 대령하는 사이, 미리암이 줄곧 지켜보고 있었다는 걸 우리는 안다(출 2:4). "그때에 그 아이의 누이가 나서서 바로의 딸에게 말하였다. ‘제가 가서, 히브리 여인 가운데서 아기에게 젖을 먹일 유모를데려다 드릴까요? 바로의 딸이 대답하였다. ‘그래, 어서 데려오너라.‘그 소녀가 가서, 그 아이의 어머니를 불러왔다" (출 2:7-8).요게벳과 미리암은 알고 있었을 것이다. 매월 초가 되면 애굽의왕족과 귀족의 여인네들이 다산과 풍요를 기원하기 위해 나일강으로 목욕 마실을 나간다는 사실을(그림 3 참고). 그래서 ‘갈대상자 프로젝트‘를 꾸몄다. 이름하여 간 큰 모녀의 생명 살리기 협업 작전이다. - P189
11 Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, dowhat-not worry beforehand about what to say. Just sayever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking,but the Holy Spirit. - P53
Ultimately, we recognize that God is in control andthat He will not allow such evils to persist forever. Until Jesus returns,we can continue to pray and work for His kingdom. - P54
Speaking before others about our faith can undoubtedly be challenging,but in those moments, we are encouraged to stand firm and perseverethrough any struggle, knowing that the Holy Spirit is with us and willguide us in what to say. - P54
Unfortunately, many people are attracted to negative news storiesrather than positive ones, and when we only read stories that provokefear and panic, we can easily lose perspective. If, however, we spendtime reading, reflecting, and remembering the powerful testimoniesof God working in people‘s lives-not only in the past but in today‘sworld as well-we are strengthened in our faith and encouraged topersevere through the challenges we face. We are reminded to respondwith faith instead of fear. - P55
Sometimes we can fall into the mindset of the teachers ofe law and selfishly live for the praise of others. Rather than operatingworldly standards, however, may we adopt the perspective of Jesus,discerning what is truly worthy of honor in God‘s sight. - P50
The biblical measure of what is honorable is that which is honorable to God."- Steve DeWitt - P50
In first-century Judea, the Pharisees and teachers of the law strove tolive honorable lives according to the law that they studied, but theywere prone to hypocrisy. They would fast and pray, but while makingsure that everyone saw them. - P51
The Pharisees knew God‘s laws, butthey would be critical of anyone who did not perfectly obey them.We might see a similar attitude among Christians today as some of us"compete" to show just how "holy" we are. But God sees the heart andknows what motivates us. He is not impressed by prideful actions andinstead values wholehearted faith and devotion to Him. - P51
Lord, thank you for fulfilling Your Word and sending Your Son to save us. I amgrateful that He has shown us how to live and how to see others from Yourperspective. May I honor Him and Your people in all I say and do. In Jesus‘name, amen. - P51
41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offeringswere put and watched the crowd putting their moneyinto the temple treasury. Many rich people threw inlarge amounts.42 But a poorwidow came and put in two very smallcopper coins, worth only a few cents. - P49
It‘s a good guidance to navigate Him. He returns away those who come and seek to Him.Let‘s go to Him wholeheartedly, honestly and confidently through Word.
