“Eight days later the disciples were together again, and this time Thomas was with them. The doors were locked; but suddenly, as before, Jesus was standing among them. ‘Peace be with you,’ He said. Then He said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here, and look at My hands. Put your hand into the wound inContinue reading “My “Imaginary” Friend”
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Is Church Attendance Really Necessary?
“Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep His promise. Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now thatContinue reading “Is Church Attendance Really Necessary?”
What Are You Waiting For?
“May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ.” (2 Thessalonians 3:5 NLT) Waiting, in and of itself, is neither good nor bad. I may have to stop for a traffic light, but my sense is there’s no inherentContinue reading “What Are You Waiting For?”
Pastor Son’s Trial and the Crisis in South Korea
By: John Stonestreet *Realizing I’m using the Colson Center a lot lately, please understand two things: (1) the vital nature of this article and (2) the privilege we have to respond in support of this man of God and his family, but also (3) to become better informed as we pray for him and ourContinue reading “Pastor Son’s Trial and the Crisis in South Korea”
The “gospel” of Satan
“And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease among the people.” (Matthew 4:23 NKJV) “Gospel” simply means “glad tidings” or “good news,” but came quickly to be used in reference to the preaching and teaching ofContinue reading “The “gospel” of Satan”
Giving
“He looked at them and said, ‘Go show yourselves to the priests.’ And as they went, they were cleansed of their leprosy. One of them, when he saw that he was healed, came back to Jesus, shouting, ‘Praise God!’ He fell to the ground at Jesus’ feet, thanking Him for what He had done. ThisContinue reading “Giving”
How to Grow God’s Family
“Many will see what he has done and be amazed. They will put their trust in the LORD.” (Psalm 40:3 NLT) *Here’s another very practical application of the topic we’ve been exploring the last week or so by Pastor Rick Warren. It was just too good not to share. Blessings, Ed 😊 Because of Jesus,Continue reading “How to Grow God’s Family”
When Eternity Touched Earth
“So the Word became human and made His home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen His glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” (John 1:14 NLT) As “the glory of the Father’s one and only Son” is celebrated today, please take a moment toContinue reading “When Eternity Touched Earth”
The gospel of Satan
“Next the devil took Him to the peak of a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. ‘I will give it all to You,’ he said, ‘if You will kneel down and worship me.’” (Matthew 4:8-9 NLT) Satan’s strategy is simple and very straightforward – he willContinue reading “The gospel of Satan”
Why We Drift from God
“’O Israel,’ Says the Lord, ‘if you wanted to return to Me, you could. You could throw away your detestable idols and stray away no more. Then when you swear by My name, saying, “As surely as the Lord lives,” you could do so with truth, justice, and righteousness. Then you would be a blessingContinue reading “Why We Drift from God”
Walking With Jesus 