Our Daily Bread Archive

ODB: Our Life Is A Primer

Dec 9, 2014

The New England Primer was published in the late 1600s. Throughout the colonies that would later become the United States, the book became a widely used resource.

Every year it seems that Christmas becomes more and more commercialized. Even in nations where the majority of people call themselves “Christian,” the season has become more about shopping than worshiping.

ODB: Johnny’s Race

Dec 7, 2014

When 19-year-old Johnny Agar finished the 5k race, he had a lot of people behind him—family members and friends who were celebrating his accomplishment.

ODB: Better Than Before

Dec 6, 2014

As infants, my children had nearly perfect skin. Their flesh was soft—they had no dry elbows or rough patches on their feet. Smooth and new, it contrasted with mine,

ODB: Human Chess

Dec 5, 2014

Chess is an ancient game of strategy. Each player begins with 16 pieces on the chessboard with the goal of cornering his opponent’s king. It has taken different forms over the years.

ODB: Called By Name

Dec 4, 2014

At the beginning of the academic year, a school principal in our city pledged to learn the names of all 600 students in her school.

ODB: Whose Side Are You On?

Dec 3, 2014

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In the heat of the American Civil War, one of President Lincoln’s advisors said he was grateful that God was on the side of the Union. Lincoln replied, “Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side;

ODB: Losing Our Way

Dec 2, 2014

An online survey conducted by a New York law firm reveals that 52 percent of Wall Street traders, brokers, investment bankers, and other financial service professionals have either engaged in illegal activity or

ODB: Struggling With Addiction

Dec 1, 2014

Eric was struggling with an addiction, and he knew it. His friends and family members encouraged him to stop. He agreed that it would be best for his health and relationships,

ODB: For Sale — “As Is”

Nov 30, 2014

A house listed for sale “As Is” usually means the seller is unable or unwilling to spend any money to repair it or make it attractive.

ODB: Happy Ending

Nov 29, 2014

In its “plot,” the story of the Bible ends up very much where it began. The broken relationship between God and human beings has healed over at last,

ODB: Amani

Nov 28, 2014

Amani, which means “peace” in Swahili, is the name of a Labrador retriever pup that has some special friends. Amani lives with two young cheetahs at the Dallas Zoo.

ODB: A Lesson In Praise

Nov 27, 2014

Psalm 150 is not only a beautiful expression of praise, it’s also a lesson in praising the Lord. It tells us where to praise, why we’re to praise, how we’re to praise, and

ODB: God Whispers “Fish”

Nov 26, 2014

A number of years ago our sons and I enjoyed some days together drifting and fishing the Madison River in Montana with two fishing guides who also served as our boatmen.