Have you ever noticed how many times Proverbs 31 mentions sewing?
“She seeks wool and flax, and willingly works with her hands” (Proverbs 31:13).
“She stretches out her hands to the distaff, and her hand holds the spindle” (v. 19).
“She makes tapestry for herself…” (v. 22).
“She makes linen garments…” (v. 24).
God even used talented women to build the tabernacle in ancient Israel. “And all the women who were gifted artisans spun yarn with their hands, and brought what they had spun, of blue, purple, and scarlet, and fine linen” (Exodus 35:25).
Belief in God and morality in the West has deteriorated. Many see the Ten Commandments as obsolete. Sex outside of marriage, and homosexual relationships are becoming more and more accepted. But is all of this bringing happiness?
Have you ever claimed God’s promises in prayer? We all have needs: physical, social, educational and spiritual. And God knows our every need. But do we rely on our Creator to fulfil our needs? How can we claim God’s promises?
If He returned to earth and looked around, would Jesus Christ recognize modern Christianity? What are the facts we should consider when we look at how most Christians today worship God? How many pagan influences have crept into Christianity? Does it matter?
Do you know the amazing and true Sandy Koufax World Series story? His example should inspire us. Sandy Koufax made a decision to not pitch on Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement. What can we learn from his example?