Let’s face it. Life is a challenge at best and sometimes we get so wrapped up in our circumstances we fail to see that God is at work in and through us. Cycles of defeat and unchanging circumstances can cause us to forget our mission and God’s plan for our lives. This I know: Our […]
Fear has been said to be one of the greatest motivators. I’m not convinced that’s healthy motivation. We all fear at times and some are greater than others. Fears usually come from bad experiences and cause falsely placed dependencies. Perhaps you had an abusive father, brother or some other male in your life. This […]
What an incredible night to be a shepherd! It was a night like no other. CCould you imagine keeping watch and when an angel appears, followed by a multitude of heavenly hosts praising God? The long awaited messiah has finally been born! No wonder there was such a great magnitude of praise. Let’s keep that […]
I love an unforeseen twist in plot. After seeing so many movies, I can predict about 98% the endings. So much so that it’s not fun to watch movies sometimes. This may have something to do with all of the episodes of Scooby-do, Columbo and Murder She Wrote I watched as a kid. […]
Salvation is found when Christ’s righteousness is imputed to us by faith. With our heart, we believe in Christ and His finished work. With our bodies, specifically our mouth, we confess that Jesus is Lord. Salvation is not the result of our work to earn favor with God. For this is impossible. Instead with God […]
Even while Paul was accused, he took every opportunity to explain the gospel. Though the intent of Felix may have being to get money from Paul, it didn’t curb Paul’s passion and willingness to share over the course of two years. He pressed on fully trusting in Jesus, His finished work at the cross, […]
You can almost feel the tension building in Jerusalem as Paul returns. Culture, traditions and people’s way of life stirred up and at odds now concerning teaching from those who were part of The Way. Read Acts 21:15-26 1) What stands out in the text? 2) What questions need to be answered so you […]
Paul could not be persuaded to turn from the mission God had given him. He was prepared to die for the name of Jesus. God had certainly given him zeal. What once was used to persecute was now being used to endure persecution. All things for the glory of God! 1) Observation-what did you […]
The good news is not always embraced. Some are not able to humble themselves and let God be on the throne of their lives. We must continue to be faithful in out role to proclaim the good news of Jesus! We can fully trust that God’s perfect plan will be carried out. Read Acts 19:1-10 […]
Is it not true that the minute we think we’re doing our best, pride sweeps in and we’re destined for a fall? Humility is key in the spiritual battle we all face. For we are no match for the devil in our strength. We can only resist him by faith, trusting in the One who […]