Read Colossians 1:15-17, Psalm 103:15-19, Matthew 6:25-34As we have seen through our look at Genesis, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob tried “Plan B” many times instead of relying on God’s faithful promise and provision. But before we think we’ve done better, let’s remind ourselves that we have those same promises and provision and still attempt to … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Promise #4
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A Christmas Meditation
Yes, Virginia, it is Christmas time. It is a season, which began at the stores in October, in which we focus on many things: family, parties, and presents. But, the celebration of Christmas brings other thoughts as well. The Christmas season reminds us of a simpler picture, the baby in the manger. I was looking … Continue reading A Christmas Meditation
Discipleship Minute: Promise #4
Read Genesis 26:7-11, 29:31-35, 32:24-32The Biblical record is full of people who are faithful. The Biblical record is also full of people who are not always faithful. After Abraham’s death, his son and grandsons continued with his example, in both faithful and unfaithful ways. In today’s passage, three distinct examples illustrate this. Isaac had settled … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Promise #4
Discipleship Minute: Promise #2
Read Genesis 21:1-5, 22:1-14.Many of us may think that we are beyond tests because we are not in school anymore or because we are adults. But, we still face tests, especially in our Christian walk. Some of these tests involve our response to temptation or living out our obedience to God. One of the most … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Promise #2
The Best (and Worst) of Twitter
2021 #3Twitter. There’s a part that’s good. There is a part that is bad; and there is a part that you wouldn’t believe. Twitter, along with other social media platforms can be used for good. But, there are a lot of things you can find on Twitter’s Christian circles that are not that good. Perhaps … Continue reading The Best (and Worst) of Twitter
Discipleship Minute: Promise #2
Read Genesis 14:8-20; Hebrews 7:1-10.Of all of the people mentioned in the Bible, the most mysterious must be Melchizedek. He is mentioned in only three places in the Bible, but he figures prominently in the account of Abram. As we remember, in chapter 13 of Genesis, Abram and Lot moved to different areas in order … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Promise #2
Discipleship Minute: Promise #1
Read Genesis 11:27-30; 12:1-3; 15:1-6, 17.People make promises all the time. It is wonderful when someone keeps a promise that they have made to you. Perhaps you have been the victim of a broken promise. A man named Abram who lived in Ur received both a command and a promise from God Himself. The command … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Promise #1
Discipleship Minute: Chaos #4
Read Genesis 10:32-11:9, Isaiah 65:1-2.Pride comes before a fall, as the proverb writer said. There is a good version of pride that comes from doing a job well. However, our sinful nature makes us believe that the world revolves around us. The desire to worship one’s self and accomplishments brings consequences. After the Flood, humanity … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Chaos #4
IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
2021 #10Jeremiah 29:11 is a popular Bible verse among evangelicals. It can be seen on all types of merchandise, t-shirts, wall plaques, and Instagram posts. But what does it really mean? What did it mean to those to whom it was written? Can we take it as a promise for us today? I will be … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
Discipleship Minute: Chaos #3
Read Genesis 6:5-9, 13-14, 17-22; 7:11-13; 8:15-16, 20-22.We use water for a great many things: drinking, washing, cleaning, and operating machinery. Water is necessary for human flourishing. But, God chose to use water for His righteous judgement over the sin of mankind. In the beginning of this week’s passage, sin was widespread. The inclination of … Continue reading Discipleship Minute: Chaos #3
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