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December 30 | Malachi 3:1-18; Revelation 22:1-7; Ps. 150:1-5; Prov. 31:10-24 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords  

December 29 | Malachi 2:1-17; Revelation 21:15-27; Ps. 149:2-9; Prov. 31:8-9 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords    

6:1-13 Job gives a defense of HimselfSeveral writers on Job say that the various speakers say little about the previous speech or speakers. A strong point of Habel's commentary is that he points out connections between the various speakers. First, there are several vocabulary connections between Eliphaz in Job 4-5 and Job's speech in Job 6. The word ‘anguish' in 6:2 is the same word translated ‘anger' in 5:2. The word ‘hope' in 6:8 was used by Eliphaz in 4:6; 5:16. The word ‘crush' in 6:9 was used in 4:19; 5:4. ‘Fear' in 6:14, 21 is from the same root at 4:6. The word ‘perish' in 4:7, 9,11, 20 is used by Job in 6:18. Second, it may be that 6:1-7 is a specific response to Eliphaz in 5:1-7 where he spoke of the foolish man and Job's words in 6:8-13 are a response to 4:2-6 that Eliphaz uttered about Job's hope.6:14-23 Job expresses his disappointment with his friends.The friend's behavior was exemplary in Job 2:11-13. They came from distances, they wept over Job's condition, and they sat with him in silence. Now, Job feels betrayed by them. 6:14 For the despairing man there should be kindness from his friend- There are three words in the Hebrew text that lead to the translation here. The word kindness is the word hesed. The word usually describes God's love for man and loyalty to His people (Deut. 7:9; Neh. 1:5; Ps. 25:10). It also describes man's love for one another (I Sam. 18:1; 20:14-16; Prov. 17:17; 18:24; Hos. 4:1) and in a couple of cases man's love for God (Jer. 2:2). He speaks of his relationship with these three as being a relationship among friends and one in which he could expect lovingkindness.  So that he does not forsake the fear of the Almighty- Job uses the term Shaddai as Eliphaz did in Job 5:17. This verse is translated differently in various versions. The NIV has the that the man's friends should stick by him even though he forsakes the fear of the Almighty. The NAB and NEB have similar translations. This translation line up with Biblical teaching (Deut. 13:6-11; I Sam. 2:29; Matt. 10:34-37). While the idea of the NIV does not fit Bible teaching does not necessarily mean that Job did not say it. Remember he too said some things that he should not say. However, it does make up think about other possibilities. Other translations have the idea that man should be encouraged that he might not forsake the fear of God (NASB).  Some translations convey the idea that the friend who withholds encouragement forsakes the fear of God (ESV, RSV, JB). I John 4:7-8. Eliphaz wants to know why Job's fear of God does not sustain him in his trial in Job 4:6. Job here wants to know why Eliphaz, and his friends do not encourage him more because of their fear of God.

December 28 | Malachi 1:1-14; Revelation 21:1-14; Ps. 149:1; Prov. 31:1-7 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords    

December 28, 2025 Ma. 1:1-14; Ps. 149:1; Prov. 31:1-7; Rev. 21:1-14

TEMPO DE REFLETIR 01627 – 28 de dezembro de 2025 Provérbios 19:21 – Muitos propósitos existem no coração do homem, mas o desígnio do Senhor permanecerá. Saulo de Tarso, educado aos pés dos mais extraordinários mestres de seu tempo, cavalgava naquela noite a caminho de Damasco, perseguindo pessoas cujo único delito era acreditar em Jesus. Jovem ainda, se integrara às forças armadas de seu país e pensava que se conseguisse exterminar os “rebeldes” acrescentaria essa vitória à sua folha de serviço. O que ele ignorava é que “muitos são os propósitos dos homens”, mas o desígnio do Senhor é soberano. A escuridão daquela noite foi rasgada por um brilho estranho. Ninguém sabia definir de onde provinha aquela luz. O terror apoderou-se do batalhão, soldados caíram por todo lado; entre eles, o capitão Saulo, que beijou o chão, comeu pó e em meio ao susto ouviu uma voz doce: “Saulo, Saulo, por que Me persegues?” “Quem és, Tu, Senhor”, perguntou o atônito perseguidor. E a voz respondeu: “Eu sou Jesus, a quem tu persegues” (At 9:4 e 5). Naquela noite, Saulo morreu. Seus planos humanos, seus projetos, suas aspirações na carreira militar, tudo foi enterrado nas areias do deserto. Naquela noite nasceu Paulo, o servo humilde, o missionário incansável, o pioneiro, o mártir, o homem que, deixando a glória deste mundo, escolheu fazer parte da história do cristianismo. O verso de hoje descreve esse fato que se repete cotidianamente na vida do ser humano. O homem faz planos. Do seu ponto de vista, esses projetos têm tudo para dar certo. Sonha, imagina o futuro, começa até a viver antecipadamente as glórias de um futuro que não chegou. De repente, tudo dá um giro inesperado. E as coisas não acontecem como esperava. Salomão não está afirmando que a criatura não deva viver sem planos. Muitas vezes ele enfatiza a necessidade de planejar. Fazer planos é saber para onde ir. Sem isso, ninguém chega a lugar algum. O que o verso de hoje enfatiza é a fragilidade dos planos humanos. Tudo precisa ser depositado nas mãos de Deus porque Ele, inspirando ou permitindo, está no controle do Universo e da vida de cada homem e mulher. Reflita sobre isso no dia de hoje e ore comigo agora: Pai, quero fazer meus planos de acordo com a Tua vontade. Dirija meus pensamentos, meus propósitos, para que tudo aconteça do Teu jeito. Por favor, em nome de Jesus, amém! Saiba como receber as mensagens diárias do Tempo de Refletir: -> No celular, instale o aplicativo MANAH. -> Para ver/ouvir no YouTube, inscreva-se neste Canal: youtube.com/AmiltonMenezes7 -> Tenha os nossos aplicativos em seu celular: https://www.wgospel.com/aplicativos -> Para receber pelo WhatsApp, adicione 41 99893-2056 e mande um recadinho pedindo os áudios. -> Participe do nosso canal no TELEGRAM: TELEGRAM AMILTON MENEZES . -> Participe do nosso canal no WhatsApp: WHATSAPP CHANNEL Amilton Menezes . -> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amiltonmenezes7/ -> Threads: https://www.threads.net/@amiltonmenezes7 -> X (Antigo Twitter): https://x.com/AmiltonMenezes -> Facebook: facebook.com/AmiltonMenezes

Audio reading: Gen 41:1-14, Zech 12:1-13:9, Rev 19:1-21, Psalm 147:1-20, Prov 31:1-7Join us on an enriching bible study journey as we walkthrough the entire Bible over the course of a year. In this episode of our Daily Audio Torah series, we dive deep into 'Jerusalem: Cup of Trembling,' exploring its prophetic and spiritual significance as it relates to end of days.Listen daily to this immersive Bible reading plan, dedicating 20 minutes a day to grow in your understanding of scripture from Genesis to Revelation. Deepen your relationship with Jesus and enrich your faith by engaging with God's wordevery day. Visit us at: https://www.dailyaudiotorah.com/Tune in to our Bible audio podcast to stay consistentwith your bible reading plan and discover insights on your walk through the bible.

December 27 | Zechariah 14:12-21; Revelation 20:11-15; Ps. 148:5-14; Prov. 30:33 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords    

December 27, 2025 Zech. 14:12-21; Ps. 148:5-14; Prov. 30:33; Rev. 20:11-15

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Leitura Bíblica Do Dia: PROVÉRBIOS 11:24-31 Plano De Leitura Anual: ZACARIAS 1–4; APOCALIPSE 18  Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira:  Uma entregadora de cartas ficou preocupada ao ver a correspondência de uma das casas nas quais entregava correspondências, acumular-se. Ela sabia que a idosa morava sozinha e que pegava a correspondência todos os dias. A carteira sabiamente comunicou a sua preocupação a uma vizinha, que alertou outro vizinho, o qual tinha uma chave reserva da casa dessa senhora. Juntos, eles entraram na casa dela e a encontraram caída no chão. A senhora havia caído 4 dias antes e não conseguia se levantar ou pedir ajuda. A sabedoria, a preocupação e a decisão de agir daquela carteira provavelmente salvou a vida da idosa. Provérbios diz: “o que ganha almas é sábio” (11:30 ARA). O discernimento que vem ao fazermos o certo e vivermos de acordo com a sabedoria divina pode abençoar não só a nós mesmos, mas também aos outros. O fruto que recebemos por praticarmos o que honra a Deus e os Seus caminhos pode produzir uma vida boa e revigorante. E nosso fruto também nos impulsiona a cuidarmos dos outros e buscarmos o seu bem-estar. O autor de Provérbios afirma ao longo do livro que a sabedoria é encontrada na confiança em Deus: “Pois a sabedoria vale muito mais que rubis; nada do que você deseja se compara a ela” (8:11). A sabedoria que Deus provê existe para nos guiar durante nossa vida. Isso pode ganhar uma alma para a eternidade.   Por: KATARA PATTON 

TEMPO DE REFLETIR 01626 – 27 de dezembro de 2025 Provérbios 28:9 – Se alguém se recusa a ouvir a lei, até suas orações serão detestáveis. As Escrituras nos dizem que um dos resultados da desobediência é que nossas orações não serão ouvidas. A palavra “detestável” significa odioso ou abominável, que inspira aversão. Ninguém deseja que Deus veja suas orações dessa forma, não é mesmo? É importante pedir sempre a Deus que Ele nos mostre o que deseja que façamos. Mesmo quando pensamos que estamos fazendo tudo certo, é sempre bom orar: “Senhor, mostra-me qualquer ponto em que eu não esteja obedecendo. Quero viver de acordo com as Tuas regras”. Jesus disse: “Se você quer entrar na vida, obedeça aos mandamentos” (Mt 19:7). Ele sabia que nada confere mais paz e confiança às pessoas que saber que estão agindo segundo o desejo de Deus. A Bíblia afirma que na obediência encontraremos misericórdia (Sl 28:6), também a paz (Sl 37:37) e a felicidade (Pv 29:18). Não viver em obediência resulta em graves consequências (Pv 15:10), orações não respondidas (Pv 28:9) e incapacidade de receber o que Deus tem para nós (1Co 6:9). Andar em obediência diz respeito também a atender às instruções específicas dEle. Se Deus o instruiu a descansar e você não o faz, isso é desobediência. Se Ele mandou que deixasse de fazer certo tipo de trabalho e você não atende, isso é desobediência. Deus também pode pedir-lhe que aceite um emprego diferente, suspenda certa atividade ou mude sua rotina em relação a algo. Não importa o que lhe peça, lembre-se que Ele o faz para seu bem. Os caminhos de Deus são sempre melhores que os nossos, e a obediência à Palavra abre o caminho para que nossas orações sejam ouvidas. Não tenha medo! Permita que Jesus controle a sua vida. Ofereça a Ele o “volante”, vá para o banco do carona e tenha certeza absoluta que tudo vai ser mudado e resolvido. Do jeito dEle e no tempo dEle. Faça isso no dia de hoje e ore comigo agora: Deus, ensina-me a Tua Palavra. Dá-me a compreensão dos Teus caminhos de modo que eles se tornem parte de mim. Mantém-me no caminho reto para que minhas orações nunca sejam detestáveis a Ti. Em nome de Jesus, amém! Saiba como receber as mensagens diárias do Tempo de Refletir: -> No celular, instale o aplicativo MANAH. -> Para ver/ouvir no YouTube, inscreva-se neste Canal: youtube.com/AmiltonMenezes7 -> Tenha os nossos aplicativos em seu celular: https://www.wgospel.com/aplicativos -> Para receber pelo WhatsApp, adicione 41 99893-2056 e mande um recadinho pedindo os áudios. -> Participe do nosso canal no TELEGRAM: TELEGRAM AMILTON MENEZES . -> Participe do nosso canal no WhatsApp: WHATSAPP CHANNEL Amilton Menezes . -> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amiltonmenezes7/ -> Threads: https://www.threads.net/@amiltonmenezes7 -> X (Antigo Twitter): https://x.com/AmiltonMenezes -> Facebook: facebook.com/AmiltonMenezes

Audio reading: Gen 40:1-23, Zech 10:1-11:17, Rev 18:1-24, Psalm 146:1-10, Prov 3:33Join us on an enriching bible study journey as we walk through the entire Bible over the course of a year. In this episode of our daily audio Torah series, we explore the fascinating topic of "Mystery Babylon"—who or what it represents, and its significance in biblical prophecy. Listen daily to this immersive Bible reading plan, dedicating 20 minutes to grow in your understanding of scripture from Genesis to Revelation. Deepen your relationship with Jesus and enrich your faith by engaging with God's word every day. Visit us at: https://www.dailyaudiotorah.com/Tune in to our Bible audio podcast to stay consistent with your bible reading plan and discover insights on your walk through the bible.

Proč vlastně slavíme Vánoce? Co z toho? Co lze najít pod nánosem tradic a zvyků a naopak - jsou tradice a zvyky v něčem důležité?Tento podcast můžete podpořit na https://radio7.cz

Vysoké nad Jizerou si dodnes připomíná svého slavného rodáka, prvního ministerského předsedu samostatného Československa Karla Kramáře. V horském městečku se narodil před 165 lety.

“Porque deveras haver um bom futuro; não será frustrada a tua esperança.” Provérbios 23:18 ARA Quando você pensa em seu futuro, seu sentimento é de alegria e paz ou de preocupação e tristeza?Um bom futuro começa com um bom pensamento sobre ele, que te faz ter uma atitude mais otimista pela perseverança e fé, de que o melhor está por vir.São nos caminhos mais difíceis que se encontram os lugares mais lindos, se hoje você não tem encontrado beleza por onde anda, não significa que o percurso está errado. A promessa de Deus é que a nossa esperança não será frustrada e que vale a pena acreditar em um bom futuro, pois Ele também estará lá.“Só eu conheço os planos que tenho para vocês: prosperidade e não desgraça e um futuro cheio de esperança. Sou eu, o Senhor, quem está falando.” Jeremias 29:11 NTLH Que possamos acreditar em um bom futuro, sabendo que as frustrações passadas, não são o motivo de não acreditarmos em tudo que o Senhor tem reservado a nós..Pensamento do dia:Estando você com o Senhor o que poderá lhe acontecer no futuro?Oração: Senhor nos ajude a creditar hoje em um bom futuro, tendo as nossas atitudes presentes baseadas na esperança do que o Senhor tem reservado a nós.Em nome de Jesus, Amém!Que você tenha um dia abençoado!Por Ubiratan Paggio#devocionaisdiarios#deusfalacomigo#HaveraUmBomFuturo#ubiratanpaggio@ubiratanpaggio@ubiratan.By

Projekt Českého rozhlasu Ježíškova vnoučata dál rozdává radost seniorům. Plní jim různá přání nebo připomíná dobu, kdy mohli být mnohem aktivnější. Jeden z obdarovaných se například sveze na motocyklu Harley Davidson.

December 26, 2025 Zech. 14:1-11; Ps. 148:1-4; Prov. 30:32; Rev. 20:1-10

leitura e meditação de Provérbios 18:7-10, por Missionária Andréa Rodrigues

December 26 | Zechariah 14:1-11; Revelation 20:1-10; Ps. 148:1-4; Prov. 30:32 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords  

„Byl bych rád, aby se o mně říkalo, že jsem byl dobrý hráč“, doplňuje liberecký rodák, patriot, herec Ladislav Hampl, který byl hostem vánočního vysílání Českého rozhlasu Liberec.

Jak prožívali Vánoce lidé v horských chalupách, měšťanských bytech, na zámku či v kostelích Krkonoš a Podkrkonoší?

Audio reading: Gen 39:1-6, Zech 8:1-23, Rev 16:1-21, Psalm 144:1-15, Prov 30:29-31Join us on an enriching bible study journey as we walkthrough the entire Bible over the course of a year. In this episode of our Daily Audio Torah series, we dive deep into the Seven Bowl Judgments found in Revelation 16, exploring their biblical significance and prophetic meaning.Listen daily to this immersive Bible reading plan, dedicating 20 minutes a day to grow in your understanding of scripture from Genesis to Revelation. Deepen your relationship with Jesus and enrich your faith by engaging with God's word every day. Visit us at: https://www.dailyaudiotorah.com/Tune in to our Bible audio podcast to stay consistent with your bible reading plan and discover insights on your walk through the bible.

December 24, 2025 December 24 | Zechariah 12:1-14; Revelation 19:1-10; Ps. 147:1-11; Prov. 30:24-28 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords   Join us in person or online tonight, Christmas Eve, for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com     

December 25, 2025 Zech. 13:1-9; Ps. 147:12-20; Prov. 29-31; Rev. 19:11-21

December 24, 2025 Zech. 12:1-14; Ps. 147:1-11; Prov. 30:24-28; Rev. 19:1-10

December 23 | Zechariah 11:1-17; Revelation 18:11-24; Ps. 146:3-10; Prov. 30:21-23 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords   Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com     

December 23, 2025 Zech. 11:1-8; Ps. 146:3-10; Prov. 30:21-23; Rev. 18:11-24

December 22 | Zechariah 10:1-12; Revelation 18:1-10; Ps. 146:1-2; Prov. 30:18-20 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords   Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com    Follow along with the "Walking through the Word Daily Reading and Study Guide" in the Daily Life Journal and Daily Life Journal 4 Kids! Get your copy today, or grab a gift for someone you love this Christmas. lifereachresources.com/core4   

December 22, 2025 Zech. 10:1-12; Ps. 146:1-2; Prov. 30:18-20; Rev. 18:1-10

December 21 | Zechariah 9:9-17; Revelation 17:9-18; Ps. 145:8-21; Prov. 30:17 For more on the book of Revelation and understanding end times, check out the Wisdom Words podcast with Pastor Dale and Pastor Joel. lifereachresources.com/wisdomwords   To follow along with us this Advent season, download "A Guide to Advent" at lifereachresources.com/theguidetoseries.    Join us in person or online on Christmas Eve for a Communion and Candlelight service at New Song Nashville as we Come to the Table of the Lord together! December 24 @ 4:00 p.m., 316 Southgate Court in Brentwood. newsongnashville.com     

December 20, 2025 Zech. 9:1-8; Ps. 145:1-7; Prov. 30:15-16; Rev. 17:1-8

"Para quem são os ais? Para quem os pesares? Para quem as pelejas? Para quem as queixas? Para quem as feridas sem causa? E para quem os olhos vermelhos?Para os que se demoram perto do vinho, para os que andam buscando vinho misturado.Não olhes para o vinho quando se mostra vermelho, quando resplandece no copo e se escoa suavemente.No fim, picará como a cobra, e como a víbora morderá.Os teus olhos olharão para as mulheres estranhas, e o teu coração falará perversidades." Provérbios 23:29-33

December 21, 2025 Zech. 9:9-17; Ps. 145:8-21; Prov. 30:17; Rev. 17:9-18

December 20, 2026 Zech. 9:1-8; Ps. 145:1-7; Prov. 30:15-16; Rev. 17:1-8

December 19, 2025 Zech. 8:14-23; Ps. 144:9-15; Prov. 30:11-14; Rev. 16:12-21

"Dá-Me, filho Meu, o teu coração, e os teus olhos observem os Meus caminhos." Provérbios 23:26"Os teus olhos olharão para as mulheres estranhas, e o teu coração falará perversidades." Provérbios 23:33"Enganoso é o coração, mais do que todas as coisas, e perverso; quem o conhecerá?" Jeremias 17:9"Porque onde estiver o vosso tesouro, ali estará também o vosso coração." Mateus 6:21

5:17 Behold, how happy is the man whom God reproves- Ps. 94:12; Prov. 3:11-12; 23:12, 23; Heb. 12:5-11; Rev. 3:19. How happy in 5:17 is the word translated blessed in Ps. 1:1.  5:18 For He inflicts pain, and gives relief- Deut. 32:39; I Sam. 2:6; Isa.19:22; 30:26; Hos. 6:1.  Job 1:21; 2:10 Each of the speakers understood the sovereignty of God in the affairs of the world.  He wounds, and His hands also heal- The friends never resort to Satan as the answer for human suffering.  5:19 From six troubles He will deliver you- The closest way to parallel a number is to give the next highest number.  Even in seven evil will not touch you- Ps. 91:10. This is a passage like Job 2:10 where the evil refers not to sin but to calamity. 5:20 In famine He will redeem you from death- Ps. 34:23; 49:8,16; 55:19; 69:19; 71:23; 119:134. The word redeem in Psalm 49:7, 7, 15. Ps. 49:15 and Ps. 103:4 speak of God redeeming the life, or soul, of the Psalmist from Sheol, the pit, or the grave. 5:21 You will hidden from the scourge of the tongue- For the tongue as a weapon- Ps. 52:2,4; 64:3. Vicious words can destroy the one they are spoken against, and undo the one who speaks them as well (Prov. 10:8, 14; 13:3; 18:7).Neither will you be afraid of violence when it comes- Ps. 91:5-6. God can protect His servants even in the midst of a severe judgment (II Peter 2:4-9).  5:22 You will laugh at famine and violence- The verb laugh is used in Ps. 2:4; 37:13; 59:8 to speak of God's reaction to the wrongdoer.Neither will you be afraid of the wild beasts- Lev. 26:4-5; Ps. 91:13; Ezek. 34:25; Hos. 2:18-20 5:23 For you will be in league with the stones of the field- Isa. 5:2; II Sam. 3:19-25 stones present difficulties for an otherwise fruitful field or vineyard.   5:24 You will know that your tent is secure- contrast this with 4:21. Compare this with 21:7. The word secure is actually the word peace which is used as a verb in 5:23.For you will visit your abode and fear no loss- Job lost his wealth in 1:13-17. Job will say that it is the children of the wicked that are safe and secure in Job 21:8-10.The word generally translated sin is used at the end of vs. 24. Sin is the idea of missing the mark (Judges 20:16) and the proper idea behind it is experiencing loss. 5:25 You will know also that your descendants will be many- These two lines are in stark contrast to 5:4-5. They are also contrary to Job's experiences as Job lost his children in 1:18-19. And your offspring as the grass of the earth- Isa. 53:10; Job 42:16; Ps. 37:16. This will ultimately be true of Job (42:13-15). 5:26 You will come to the grave in full vigor- Premature death is considered a great disaster (Job 22:16). Are the statements of Job 5:17-27 promising too much? Notice how many things said in Job 5:17-27 sound like Psalm 91 and other PsalmsJob 5:19 God will deliver him from all troubles; Ps. 34:19 Many are afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them allJob 5:19 evil will not touch you; Ps. 91:10 No evil will befall youJob 5:22, 23 not be afraid of wild beasts, beasts of field at peace; Ps. 91:13 tread upon lion, cobra, young lion, serpentJob 5:24 your tent is secure/ Ps. 91:10 no plague near your tentJob 5:26 long life Ps. 91:16 

December 19, 2025  Zech. 8:14-23; Ps. 144:9-15; Prov. 30:11-14; Rev. 16:12-21

December 18, 2025 Zech. 8:1-13; Ps. 144:1-8; Prov. 30:10; Rev. 16:1-11

December 17, 2025 Zech. 7:1-14; Ps. 143:7-12; Prov. 30:7-9; Rev. 15:5-8

December 17, 2025 Zech. 7:1-14; Ps. 143:7-12; Prov. 30:7-9; Rev. 15:5-8

December 18, 2025 Zech. 8:1-13; Ps. 144:1-8; Prov. 30:10; Rev. 16:1-11

December 16, 2025 Zech. 6:1-15; Ps. 143:1-6; Prov. 30:5-6; Rev. 15:1-4

A public library in Caleb and Stephen's area has been providing pornographic content to children. What is happening, why, and what should be done about it?Caleb and Stephen's Letter to the Sioux Center Public Library:To the Sioux Center Public Library, together with its director, board, staff, and all else who pertains:May the Lord convict you to read this letter in its entirety. Do not shrink from its words. Be discomforted, but receive the admonishment in humility. Remove Icebreaker, Identical, and every other wicked, ungodly, and perverse “literature” which you make available for public distribution. To be clear: not only should children be protected from depraved content, but also adults.Repent and do what is right — not from fear of man, not out of a duty to the community, but in the sight of God — that you may be forgiven. “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us” (1 Jn. 18-10). As will be explained further below, this is no matter of simply saying something to the effect of, “We don't personally like the book, but it's hard to decide what should or shouldn't be stocked,” or to “let the parents decide.”First, a brief note on the First Amendment and libraries. We would like to draw your attention to this week's conclusion of Little v. Llano County, in which the Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal against the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to uphold the county's removal of 17 books from their public libraries. Specifically, they had ruled that there is no inherent right protected under the First Amendment for someone to receive information via taxpayer-funded books from a public library. This decision now applies to the states of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. If this is the case elsewhere, can—even, ought it not be applied here? Your board has been quoted as stating its “commitment” to “protect access to information.” Should the reception of any and all information or content be protected? There is no true necessity in providing erotica to anyone. Indeed, as your director has said, “Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge and strengthen our community.” How does pornographic, erotic literature inspire learning and advance knowledge? And — given the backlash you have thus far received — how does this strengthen the community?Second, your opinions on the first amendment, the Iowa constitution, and ALA policies aside: We call upon you to realize you are accountable to a Higher Authority (Acts 5:29; Westminster Larger Catechism QA 99, 128-130; Heidelberg Catechism, QA 104; Belgic Confession 36). You are under a law greater than your own policies. This law, God's law, applies to all peoples, unbelievers and believers alike. All mankind will be judged under the same law. If there are any on the board who do not profess Christ, you must hear the gospel and turn from your sins so that you may be saved. If you would hear this message of salvation while there is yet time, please contact us at pastor.rvurc@gmail.com.However, being aware of the demographics of our county, it is far more likely that this board and the library staff are full of churchgoers. If so, what grief you bring upon Christ's name! “Who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth?” (Gal. 3:1)What does the Word of God say of your actions?By providing in your catalog any material with perverse content, you promote peoples' minds to dwell upon that which is prohibited by the holy law. You train peoples' hearts to store up that which defiles the temple of our body (1 Cor. 6:18-20).“Fornication and all uncleanness or covetousness, let it not even be named among you, as is fitting for saints, neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not fitting…For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God (Eph. 5:3-5).” Sexual immorality is not limited to only an outward action, but also when the mind itself is lured to entertain temptation. As Jesus says in Matthew 5:27-28, “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.' But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”We are instead positively commanded to give our minds to holy, good things: “whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Phil. 4:8).Perhaps you object. Perhaps you think, “I'm not responsible for what others do. If they want to read these things, that's for them to decide.” You may as well like Cain (Gen. 4:9) ask the Lord, “Am I my brother's keeper?” Yes, you are. “Do not be deceived,” says Paul, for “Evil company corrupts good morals” (1 Cor. 15:33), and “A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump” (Gal. 5:9).Concerning sexual immorality and the 7th commandment, Q. 109 of the Heidelberg Catechism asks, Does God, in this commandment, forbid only such scandalous sins as adultery? Note its answer well: “We are temples of the Holy Spirit, body and soul, and Godwants both to be kept clean and holy. That is why God forbids all unchaste actions, looks, talk, thoughts, or desires, and whatever may incite someone to them” (see also WLC QA 139). It is clear: you shall certainly be held responsible for your part in distributing that which may lead someone to sin, whether they be adult or child; regardless of the government's position on its permissibility. However, know that your guilt is magnified for involving a child. Indeed, by permitting a child to check out such filth, you pose a stumbling block before them that they trip into sin. To you Jesus says, “It is inevitable that stumbling blocks come, but woe to one through whom they come! It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin” (Luke 17:1-2; WLC QA 151).We pray you will heed these warnings with all sobriety, especially if you profess Christ, for “You should no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind” (Eph. 4:17). “Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God” (James 4:4).Consider this rebuke as a mercy from the Lord, shining light to expose devilish works. And now being exposed, understand that “to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin” (James 4:17), “for if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment” (Heb. 10:26-27). Can the stakes be any more clear than that? What ought you do?Well, if you would truly be called public servants:* Serve the parents by informing them if a child is seeking adult content (Prov. 17:25; 29:15)* Serve the child by declining to check out any material that would be destructive to their soul, even if it would cost you your job. (Lev. 19:7; Prov. 27:5; James 5:19-20)* Serve the community by refusing to stock wicked books in the first place (Ps. 101:3); by not squandering tax dollars on smut (Prov. 21:20; Lk. 16:10-13). * Discard from your shelves all depraved materials, pornographic writings, even any work which might “shake the hand against God, in defiance against the Almighty” (Job 15:25; Ezek. 20:7; Acts 19:19). * Refuse to contribute to the deformation and denigration of godliness in this area and in this land (Deut. 28:47-48; Dan. 12:10; Matt. 24:12; 1 Tim. 4:1-2; Jude 18-19).And finally, “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up” (James 4:7-10).May God have mercy.Rev. Caleb CastroMr. Stephen EvertseRock Valley United Reformed ChurchDecember 03, 2025Iowa Standard interview with Teri Hubbard, the lone dissenting member of the SCPL boardAmerican Library Association “Freedom to Read” statementSioux Center Public Library Circulation Policy This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.onceforalldelivered.com/subscribe

December 16, 2025 Zech. 6:1-15; Ps. 143:1-6; Prov. 30:5-6; Rev.15:1-4

December 15, 2025 Zech. 5:1-11; Ps. 142:4-7; Prov. 30:1-4; Rev. 14:13-20

December 14, 2025 Zech. 4:1-14; Ps. 142:1-3; Prov. 29:26-27; Rev. 14:1-12

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