Need Grace?

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14 ESV) If you’ve ever wondered what God is like, look at Jesus, He was God poured into human flesh. The beauty, majesty, power, authority,Continue reading “Need Grace?”

To Serve or Be Served?

“’Get out of here, Satan,’ Jesus told him. ‘For the Scriptures say, “You must worship the Lord your God and serve only Him.”’” (Matthew 4:10 NLT) Serving God takes many forms and can at times create a very thin line between serving and being served. There are three words in Greek that can be translatedContinue reading “To Serve or Be Served?”

Are You Hanging by a Thread?

“When the people recognized Jesus, the news of His arrival spread quickly throughout the whole area, and soon people were bringing all their sick to be healed. They begged Him to let the sick touch at least the fringe of His robe, and all who touched Him were healed.” (Matthew 14:35-36 NLT) When our livesContinue reading “Are You Hanging by a Thread?”

What Is Evangelism?

“The next day we went on to Caesarea and stayed at the home of Philip the Evangelist, one of the seven men who had been chosen to distribute food.” (Acts 21:8 NLT) Are you aware that the word “Evangelism” isn’t found in the New Testament? The closest we come to finding a verse to describeContinue reading “What Is Evangelism?”

Our Limits

“Even perfection has its limits, but Your commands have no limit.” (Psalm 119:96 NLT) Nothing shouts “LIMITS” like aging. I remember playing football with friends when I was first in ministry and one of the guys said to me: “I didn’t think Pastors were supposed to run that fast.” Now the fastest run I makeContinue reading “Our Limits”

Another View of Prayer

“And I will rescue you from both your own people and the Gentiles. Yes, I am sending you to the Gentiles to open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God. Then they will receive forgiveness for their sins and be given a place amongContinue reading “Another View of Prayer”

For My God?

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with My victorious right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10 NLT) How many decisions do you and I make in any given day without giving the Lord a thought? HowContinue reading “For My God?”

Independence

“So Hosea married Gomer, the daughter of Diblaim, and she became pregnant and gave Hosea a son. And the Lord said, ‘Name the child Jezreel, for I am about to punish King Jehu’s dynasty to avenge the murders he committed at Jezreel. In fact, I will bring an end to Israel’s independence. I will breakContinue reading “Independence”

How Do You Handle Temptation?

“The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, He will show you a way out so that you can endure.” (1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT) The scary issue with which weContinue reading “How Do You Handle Temptation?”

Whose Will?

“Our Father in heaven, may Your name be kept holy. May Your Kingdom come soon. May Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.” (Matthew 6:9-10 NLT) What we do, in every area of our lives, isn’t nearly as important as why we do it. On some levels it’s similar to –Continue reading “Whose Will?”