‘a wall of fire round about’. It may have been that the prophet was thinking of the shepherds lighting fires around the unfenced city of Jerusalem and likening it to God's protection for His people. The protection of the Lord spells safety to His People, as the pillar of fire between the Israelites and the ... Read more

‘to us, or to everyone? ‘. Peter asked this of Jesus' words when He spoke of being ready because the Son of Man will come at an hour when He is not expected. Each of us needs to hear God speaking to us. When all we read and hear of the gospel message and responsibility ... Read more

‘Do not be afraid of sudden terror’. If we use the God-given gifts of sound wisdom and discretion we may ask Him for wisdom in conducting our lives. Those who do so will walk safely, their foot will not stumble. They will lie down and not be afraid. Their sleep will be sweet and uninterrupted. ... Read more