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Tag Archives: Christian Life
Confronted
Evil spirits love to intimidate. When Jesus encountered one in the Capernaum synagogue, the spirit lashed out saying: “Leave us alone! What have we to do with You, Jesus of Nazareth? Did you come to destroy us? I know who … Continue reading
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Reception
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
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Wisdom 16.2
“All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirits.” – Proverbs 16:2 NKJV Regardless of what popular culture considers acceptable, the Lord looks beyond actions to the motives of the heart. … Continue reading
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Following
Jesus didn’t call Simon and the others to a new social experience, He called them to a whole new life. He said: “Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men.” – Matthew 4:19 NKJV …and they immediately left their … Continue reading
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Words
Never underestimate the power of the words “written in red”. When Jesus was in Samaria, the woman at the well left her water-pot and told the people all about Jesus. They received her testimony and invited Him to stay for … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 1-22-17
“Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth! Sing out the honor of His name; Make His praise glorious. Say to God, “How awesome are Your works!”” – Psalm 66:1-3a NKJV The word “awesome” has become a casual word … Continue reading
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The Truth is, I was Wrong
Not all confessions are to be made public, but I’m compelled to share this one. For the past week, the next verses of scripture in our current sermon series have challenged me. And during the presidential inauguration yesterday, Franklin Graham … Continue reading
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Appointments
Jesus’ mission was based on a heavenly schedule. He would minister for a period of time in an area then move to another. At the beginning of the gospels He was in Judea, and as He left to go back … Continue reading
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Absolute
Jesus came from above. For those familiar with the Bible, that’s an obvious statement, but consider the far-reaching implications of “from above”: “He who comes from above is above all; he who is of the earth is earthly and speaks … Continue reading
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Decreasing
John the Baptist preached powerful, compelling messages and was quite famous among his peers. Lives were being shaken up by his words. He was also gathering loyal followers; at least that was the case until Jesus came along. Once Jesus started … Continue reading
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Wisdom’s Prayer
“The ear that hears the rebukes of life will abide among the wise. He who disdains instruction despises his own soul, but he who heeds rebuke gets understanding. The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom, and before … Continue reading
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Uncondemned
Condemned is a status. When someone is tried for a capital crime, found guilty and sentenced to death, their status is “condemned”. For humanity, the status of condemned comes naturally, but there is a reversal of that conviction for all … Continue reading
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Finishing
It’s been said that how you finish is more important than how you start. Such was the case with a man John mentions early in his gospel account. In chapter 3, a Pharisee named Nicodemus is recorded as coming to … Continue reading
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Beyond
People love miracles. When Jesus was healing and feeding the crowds, He was everyone’s hero; and the atmosphere was exciting. People were pressing in to get a glimpse of what was happening, however, Jesus saw beyond the cheers and accolades. … Continue reading
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Angry
Jesus got angry. As a matter of fact, He made a whip with His own hands and laid leather to the backs of those He was angry with: “And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep … Continue reading
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Wisdom 15.16
“Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble.” – Proverbs 15:16 NKJV Peace that comes from abiding in God’s presence is more valuable than the deceptive promises of worldly things. It also generates … Continue reading
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Unclear
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
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Seeking
We all have questions. Even Jesus asked questions. As a matter of fact, He asked a lot of questions, but not from lack of information. His questions were more for the listeners’ benefit. In John 1, we find: “Again, the … Continue reading
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Tested-Part 3
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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Clarification
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. Luke even records specific groups of people asking him what the … Continue reading
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