And Jesus stopped and called them, and said, “What do you want Me to do for you?” Do we have the courage to answer such a question from God? The Lord of the Universe looked at this humbled, outcast, handicapped man and asked him what He could do for him. “What do you want child?” … Continue reading God’s Question – Matthew 20:32
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Word Over Wealth – Psalms 119:36
Turn my heart to Your decrees and not to material gain. If only one could focus their entire heart on God's Word and the ultimate security it brings, the temptation to rely on money and things for security would vanish. There is real, lasting security in the Word of God and only false, temporary security … Continue reading Word Over Wealth – Psalms 119:36
The Written Revelation – Nehemiah 8:5-8
Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people for he was standing above all the people; and when he opened it, all the people stood up. Then Ezra blessed the Lord the great God. And all the people answered, “Amen, Amen!” while lifting up their hands; then they bowed low and worshiped … Continue reading The Written Revelation – Nehemiah 8:5-8
Condemnation Corner
Condemnation Corner Judgmentalism never goes out of style. It’s so easy to condemn others almost anyone can do it! Often these condemnations contain at least a small grain of truth. Every person we encounter has done something stupid and wrongheaded and deserves condemnation. Before Jesus Christ walked this earth no other human had ever existed … Continue reading Condemnation Corner
Forgive to be Forgiven – Matthew 18:32-35
“Then, after he had summoned him, his master said to him, ‘You wicked slave! I forgave you all that debt because you begged me. Shouldn’t you also have had mercy on your fellow slave, as I had mercy on you?’ And his master got angry and handed him over to the jailers to be tortured … Continue reading Forgive to be Forgiven – Matthew 18:32-35
Foundations
Psalms 11: 1 - 3 1 In the Lord I take refuge; how can you say to me, "Flee like a bird to the mountains; 2 for look, the wicked bend the bow, they have fitted their arrow to the string, to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart. 3If the foundations are … Continue reading Foundations
The Question – Matthew 16:15
“But you,” He asked them, “who do you say that I am?” The tense in this passage is plural. Jesus is addressing His disciples with the question that every person must answer. Who is Jesus Christ? Ultimately, all of us are left face to face with Jesus to answer this. Is He God? Is He … Continue reading The Question – Matthew 16:15
Yeasty Selfish Perspectives – Matthew 16:11
"Why is it you don’t understand that when I told you, ‘Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees,’ it wasn’t about bread?” The yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees is self-righteousness and self-indulgence. Both philosophical perspectives are about self and lead away from truth and Christ. The Pharisees developed their own path to … Continue reading Yeasty Selfish Perspectives – Matthew 16:11
The Fruit of Our Lips – Matthew 12:33-37
“Either make the tree good and its fruit good, or make the tree bad and its fruit bad; for the tree is known by its fruit. You brood of vipers, how can you, being evil, speak what is good? For the mouth speaks out of that which fills the heart. The good man brings out … Continue reading The Fruit of Our Lips – Matthew 12:33-37
Easy and Light – Matthew 11:30
For My yoke is easy and My burden is light. There is a supernatural peace that washes over me whenever I read this. Each time I read this truth, the sense of God's peace follows. Even having everything I need and want in a culture of excess I still often find myself 'heavy laden', typically, … Continue reading Easy and Light – Matthew 11:30
Fear Not – Matthew 10:26-27
“Therefore do not fear them, for there is nothing concealed that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. What I tell you in the darkness, speak in the light; and what you hear whispered in your ear, proclaim upon the housetops.” Our fear flows from our forgetfulness or tacit denial of … Continue reading Fear Not – Matthew 10:26-27
Full Body Hug
I noticed quickly that the Indian people in general were definitely not huggers. Even their handshakes left much to be desired. A simple bringing together of the hands in a prayer pose just under the chin and a slight bow is the most common greeting. Physical contact is not necessary. They almost seem to avoid … Continue reading Full Body Hug
His Name – Acts 10:43
“All the prophets testify about Him that through His name everyone who believes in Him will receive forgiveness of sins.” The most clear verse of which I am aware regarding the sin cleansing nature of faith in Jesus name. It is the name of Jesus that forgives sins through faith in Him alone. Faith ushers … Continue reading His Name – Acts 10:43
Everyone Loves a Wedding- Matthew 9:15
Jesus said to them, “Can the wedding guests be sad while the groom is with them? The time will come when the groom will be taken away from them, and then they will fast." Over my 55 years of life I have attended and sung at many weddings and have even had the privilege of … Continue reading Everyone Loves a Wedding- Matthew 9:15
Humiliation and Life – Acts 8:33
In His humiliation justice was denied Him. Who will describe His generation? For His life is taken from the earth. Note: Those of us who are submitting our lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ often remember and reflect upon the physical, painful suffering Jesus endured on our behalf. I’m not so sure we take … Continue reading Humiliation and Life – Acts 8:33
Positioned for God’s Glory – Matthew 5:16
In the same way, let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. He sets His children in public places so that as we walk with Him, and in Him, others can clearly see our lives and be convicted to glorify God. … Continue reading Positioned for God’s Glory – Matthew 5:16
Yes and No – Matthew 5:37
But let your word ‘yes’ be ‘yes,’ and your ‘no’ be ‘no.’ Anything more than this is from the evil one. For the person of integrity there is no need for anything other than our word. Our word is our bond for we are bonded to The Word, Jesus Christ. We need no qualifying phrases … Continue reading Yes and No – Matthew 5:37
Exceptional Righteousness – Matthew 5:20
For I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Jesus Christ is our righteousness. He exceeds all others. 1 Cor. 1:30. It is only through Him that all who are trusting and submitting will be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. … Continue reading Exceptional Righteousness – Matthew 5:20
Heeding to the Higher – Acts 4:18-20
And when they had summoned them, they commanded them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. But Peter and John answered and said to them, “Whether it is right in the sight of God to give heed to you rather than to God, you be the judge; for we cannot … Continue reading Heeding to the Higher – Acts 4:18-20
Fruitful Repentance – Matthew 3:8
Therefore produce fruit consistent with repentance. Repent - turn 180 degrees and walk. The turning is crucial. The walking is key. To simply turn and stand is only the beginning. True repentance produces fruit that speaks of its authenticity. True repentance will bring good works that clearly display the change that has occurred by the … Continue reading Fruitful Repentance – Matthew 3:8
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