Tag Archives: Christian Life

Not Guilty!

Posted on September 27, 2018 by cchrisholland

“Not guilty!” Upon hearing that declaration, what would an exonerated person be thinking? Thanks? Joy? Things-to-do? Freedom? All-the-above?! For the believer, there’s also such a declaration: “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus…” – … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23 – Still Waters

Posted on June 2, 2018 by cchrisholland

“He leads me beside the still waters.” – Psalm 23:2b NKJV “All the long and complex history of earth’s religions, pagan worship, and human philosophy is bound up with this insatiable thirst for God. David, when he composed Psalm 23, … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23 – Satisfied

Posted on May 31, 2018 by cchrisholland

“…I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1b NKJV “Contentment should be the hallmark of the man or woman who has put his or her affairs in the hands of God. This especially applies in our affluent age. But the outstanding … Continue reading →

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Milk & Honey

Posted on May 22, 2018 by cchrisholland

The phrase “Land Flowing with Milk & Honey” is sometimes used as a metaphor to represent a “rich reward”. Originally, it was a word-picture given to the Hebrews by God to describe the Promised Land, because their future home was … Continue reading →

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Wisdom 23.17

Posted on May 9, 2018 by cchrisholland

“Don’t let your heart envy sinners; instead always fear the LORD. For then you will have a future, and your hope will never fade.” – Proverbs 23:17-18 HCSB There’s a variety of old sayings about “the grass looking greener on … Continue reading →

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Powerless

Posted on March 24, 2018 by cchrisholland

The disciples knew power, but they also knew weakness. In Mark chapter 6 records where they were sent out by Jesus with the power over evil spirits and to heal. Afterwards, they returned with stories of demons being cast out and … Continue reading →

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Wisdom 19.21

Posted on March 21, 2018 by cchrisholland

“Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the LORD’s decree will stand.” – Proverbs 19:21 HCSB There’s an old saying among carpenters, “Measure twice, cut once.” because once a cut is made, it can’t be undone. Perhaps it’s a … Continue reading →

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Tiny

Posted on March 19, 2018 by cchrisholland

Big results in God’s kingdom often start very small. Jesus explained it this way: “To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? It is like a mustard seed which, when it is … Continue reading →

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Eyes

Posted on March 5, 2018 by cchrisholland

What catches your eye? Jesus spoke of the eye as a lamp…or not: “The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is … Continue reading →

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Delivered

Posted on February 27, 2018 by cchrisholland

Temptation is real, and as close as our thoughts. Jesus never glossed over it, and in the model prayer, He said this: “…And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” Matthew 6:13a NKJV Our … Continue reading →

Forgiving

Posted on February 26, 2018 by cchrisholland

Forgiveness is part of the Christian life. Consider the fourth phrase in Jesus’ model prayer is: “…And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” – Matthew 6:12 NKJV Genuinely asking for someone’s forgiveness goes against pride. It’s based … Continue reading →

Strong

Posted on February 20, 2018 by cchrisholland

“An eye for an eye” seems fair (and was stated so in Leviticus for legal guidance), but Jesus’ teaching on the subject was directed at personal hearts and attitudes, not jurisprudence. He said this: “You have heard that it was said, … Continue reading →

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Reception

Posted on January 27, 2018 by cchrisholland

The truth isn’t always welcome. For example, in His hometown synagogue, Jesus read a passage from Isaiah regarding the coming Messiah. He said this to the audience: “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” – Luke 4:21 NKJV Luke … Continue reading →

Absolute

Posted on January 22, 2018 by cchrisholland

Jesus came from above. Some would say, “that’s stating the obvious”, but consider the far-reaching implications of “from above” in Jesus’ own words: “He who comes from above is above all; he who is of the earth is earthly and … Continue reading →

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Unclear

Posted on January 12, 2018 by cchrisholland

Have you ever faced a problem without a clear solution to pray for? Jesus’ Mom did. Her friends were out of wine at their wedding feast (which was a substantial issue considering the structured nature and social implications of such … Continue reading →

Seeking

Posted on January 11, 2018 by cchrisholland

We all have questions. Even Jesus asked questions. As a matter of fact, He asked a lot of questions, but not for need of more information. His questions were for the listeners’ benefit. In John 1, we find: “Again, the … Continue reading →

Tempted with Opportunity

Posted on January 9, 2018 by cchrisholland

Satan offered Jesus a short-cut to glory. For the last wilderness test, the temptation of convenience was for sale. And with the worldly kingdoms on display, this was how the sales pitch went: Satan: “All these things I will give … Continue reading →

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Tempted with Logic

Posted on January 6, 2018 by cchrisholland

Jesus was tested in the wilderness. It was a barren place and He was physically weakened from forty days of fasting. By contrast, Adam and Eve were in a perfect place; well-fed and comfortable. In both situations, each one faced Satan’s trickery, but … Continue reading →

Clarification

Posted on January 5, 2018 by cchrisholland

When John the Baptist began preaching about the kingdom, his words were received in different ways. He preached about repentance and a lifestyle that reflected a change of direction. Specific groups of people even asked what the “fruit of repentance” … Continue reading →

Boldness

Posted on January 4, 2018 by cchrisholland

John the Baptist was a firebrand. He was rugged, outspoken, and confident. People flocked to hear him, and his name was a regular topic around the marketplace. But how did John “the son of Zacharias”, eventually become “John the Baptist”? It was his … Continue reading →

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