Do we have victory in our life with Jesus?
Can we do good? We want to but there is this evil nature that can get in the way. God shows …
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Is Jesus to blame?
We are not asking the right question. We are looking to blame someone. We know this story from Jesus is …
If we drink the water Jesus gives, will we never thirst — not ever?
Eternity is a long time. Think a billion years. Not enough. A trillion years. Not enough. It is hard enough to …
Is Jesus the light of the world? Will we dance in His light?
Jesus is the light. He is the only light. He is the light of the world. It is through …
Who gave Jesus the right to be King?
Why this is important: Jesus invites us to picture what God’s kingdom is like. Jesus wants us to understand Him …
What does God mean when He says “I Am who I am”?
God IS. That is the revelation of the scripture. This one of the essential attributes of God. The infinite nature …
Can we see the glory of God?
Who is the King of Glory? King David is a warrior King. He spent much of his life fighting to …
Do demons exist? What does Jesus do about them?
Why this is important: The Bible speaks of demons as real, actual beings. However, Scripture’s depiction of demons is very …
What is the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus?
Scripture presents conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body. The …
Will the wicked get off scot-free? Will God’s loyal people triumph?
Sometimes it seems like doing the right thing is not being rewarded. Solomon reminds us this isn’t true. God is …
What does it mean that Jesus is Lord? Is He my Master?
Lord (Master) is a title that signifies Jesus the Messiah’s absolute authority and the basis on which people may know …
Has Jesus always been supreme? — A poem
Jesus has always been supreme. He was in the beginning and He will be in the end. Jesus is leading the resurrection …
Is self-control an outcome of sanctification?
Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation …
Are we happy that God is moving by His Holy Spirit in others?
The main thing: When the Holy Spirit moves, it is a stunning thing to behold. It makes us want to …
Do we have victory in Jesus?
Jesus the Messiah triumphs over and disarms all the powers of evil arrayed against him. Believers are able to share …
Who are we slaves to? Sin or Jesus?
We know it. Obeying runs against the grain of what we want to do. Jesus demands that we be obedient …
What is justice? What does Jesus teach us?
Is justice a quality displayed in Jesus the Messiah’s life? Absolutely. God is God. God has given Jesus, His Son, the …
Does God want us to live a pure life? How is that possible?
God’s goal: The Apostle Paul nails it. He understands God’s goal. God wants us to live a pure life. No …
Where is God today? Is He around?
Why it is important: Some days it is just not clear where God is. He doesn’t seem to be anywhere …
Is it time to change our way of thinking?
Sometimes we think of God as we think of ourselves. Big mistake. That kind of thinking leads us to dead …
Does Scripture present conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body?
Scripture presents conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body. The …
Is Jesus preeminent in everything?
Why it matters: Jesus the Messiah is the Master over all of creation and reigns supreme over everything in the …
Why does Jesus provoke us to scorn?
Jesus is abrupt with us. We need Him to challenge us. We tell Jesus He doesn’t know what He is …
What happens when we put our faith in our experiences?
Is our faith contingent on how we feel right now? What we are experiencing right now may shake our faith. We …
Will we go when God calls? Are we ready?
Isaiah was an amazing man of God. He stood in God’s presence. He knew God intimately. One day he heard …
Should we load ourselves down with equipment as we proclaim the good news of Jesus?
Jesus has powerful but simple things He wants us to do. We don’t need a lot of equipment to complete …
Is Jesus the Messiah, the anointed one of God? Or is it Mr. Christ?
Christ is not the last name of Jesus. Jesus is the Christ. Jesus is the anointed one of God. Jesus is …
Why are we so stubborn when it comes to Jesus?
The big picture: In His hometown, the people He grew up with were offended by Jesus. While they knew Him, they …
Are we disciples of Jesus? What does Jesus require of us?
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who …
Are we taking Jesus too seriously?
That Jesus didn’t command everyone to sell everything gives comfort only to those He would say that to. God is God. …
What should we think about judging others?
This theme seems very clear. There isn’t too much to be added here. 8 very specific references citing Jesus, Paul …
Will we regret it if we make a run for God?
There a lot of things in life we all regret. They are the could of, would of, should of of …
What is worry? Do we know God? Do we know how God works?
Why do we worry? What produces that anxiety in our gut? Because we don’t know what a good mood God, our …
What price did Jesus pay to redeem us?
I pray that the evidence of the Master’s love in my life will be clearly verified in my life. There …
Are there examples where Jesus didn’t judge?
Jesus famously said in the Jesus Manifesto “Do not judge so that you will not be judged. For in the way …
Will we be resurrected?
Why it matters: Am I the one Jesus brings into the room with Him or am I the one provoked to …
Are we slaves or servants? What does Jesus think?
Am I a slave or a servant? Yes! I am both. It isn’t an “either/or” issue. I am afraid, however, …
Why does Jesus ask so many questions? What are your answers?
Jesus has some questions for me. I need to answer them and not ignore Him. It is stunning how skillfully …
Are we trying weasel out of obedience to Jesus and His good news?
What we know: Jesus is direct with us about twisting God’s words and using them to our advantage. Jesus knows …
Is Jesus the ultimate miracle of God?
Why it matters: Different cultures and religions have unique views of God. There is only one good news message though. That is …
Is Mean-spirited slander heartless? Does quiet discretion accompany good sense?
God’s goal: Speaking ill of others, whether it is true or not, is just not God’s way. Jesus summed it up …
Do we need to be sanctified? What does that even mean?
I avoid some things because they sound very geeky and smack of theology. Jesus talks about sanctification. Maybe I need …
Was Jesus born into poverty?
Jesus is born. We all know the story. What may not be clear is that apparently Mary and Joseph couldn’t afford …
Who is in charge? Who’s in the drivers seat?
What matters the most: Jesus challenges us to live life with Him in charge. Now that is tough because we …
What are the limits to the authority of Jesus? Is Jesus in charge?
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Is self-help any help at all?
What we know: God knows us. He knows that we miss His goal for our lives. Jesus challenges us to face …
Are we subjects of the Kingdom of God and mighty King Jesus?
Why it matters: Wow. Jesus is direct. Grow up!! OK, that makes sense. We can be very childish. We live in God’s …
Are we just pretending to be righteous? Is because we love to be rule followers?
What matters the most: Jesus challenges us to look at whether meeting the “letter of the law” means we are …
Where do we get with courage? What happens when we believe Jesus?
What we know: With faith comes a risk. “What if ….”, we think. What if God doesn’t answer.What if we look …
Do we get rid of God’s command so we won’t be inconvenienced in following the religious fashions?
Why it matters: Jesus challenges us to obey God and not follow the latest religious fads. God is clear in …
We have an inheritance through God. Why is that?
The big picture: Now this is something to be thankful for. We are qualified. No doubt about it. God has …
If we drink the water Jesus gives us, will we get thirsty again and again?
God has a goal: Jesus challenges us to not be deceived by things in this world. In God’s World (Kingdom), you …
Are we willing to pay what it will cost us?
My dad (perhaps like your dad) always reminded me that there is no such thing as a free lunch. And …
Who is the Prince of peace?
The most prevalent focus to the concept of peace in the New Testament is the messianic peace accomplished by the …
How do we bring glory to our mighty King Jesus?
This article (via His Resurrection Destiny | My Utmost For His Highest), from Oswald Chambers, says it all. Jesus and …
What is it about rest that is important to get?
Why it matters: How important is rest? God needed it and got it. He worked creating everything in six day and …
Do we have contempt for issues of doctrinal differences of opinion? Where do we draw the line?
Why it matters: Am I a member of the “doctrine police” constantly issuing heretic alerts? That is a good question …
Miracles of Jesus raising the dead!
Why it matters: There are a number of examples of this stunning miracle in the Bible. Notably, 3 are attributed …
Is God fair and just? How do we know?
Is God fair? Yes. God’s justice is without any partiality. I can trust God completely. Being just Himself, God calls …
When we die, is that it? Is the story over? Is that the end of hope?
I’m active on social media. I have atheists and skeptics tell me all the time that when we die, that …
Are angels sent to help out with those lined up to receive salvation?
I have to say that it hasn’t always been obvious to me that angels are here to help me. There …
Did Jesus follow God’s perfect timing in His obedience?
Jesus the Messiah’s life was lived under the shadow of the cross. He was concerned that people should understand his …
What happens at the crack of dawn on resurrection Sunday?
After Jesus was crucified, he was hastily buried as the clock was ticking moving toward the Jewish Sabbath. No work …
If we are disobedient, are we living in darkness? Will we suffer God’s wrath?
Not all work is the same. Some things are much more important in the Kingdom than others. I shouldn’t waste …
God is mighty and He will deliver on His promise
Our Father’s promise is not just for me. It is for my relatives and anyone who God invites to the …
Is it time for us to grow up and be mature in our walk with Jesus?
Jesus [Yeshua] challenges us to be the person God wants us to be. Jesus challenges us to grow up. Grow …
Should we just ditch God’s command and take up the latest fads?
Yeshua [Jesus] challenges the religious to stay focused on God and what He wants. Fads come and go. Jesus and …
Shouldn’t we be afraid of God? Shouldn’t we fear Him?
You know, if you really think about it, we should all be terrified of God. Anybody that can create the …
Why did Jesus talk about hell so much? Is it real?
Do you believe in hell? It is interesting that a much higher percentage of people believe in the existence of …
Who has the last word? Is it death?
Death has no power over us. It has been swallowed up whole by the triumphant resurrection of our Master Jesus. …
How much courage can we have as we suffer for Jesus?
Many days, there is a whole lot of worrying going on. There are many difficulties. Jesus told us there would …
Jesus is dead. What would the disciples do?
They had waited. It wasn’t easy but they honored the Sabbath. So much had happened and they were so distraught. …
How is hypocrisy expressed? Is it through insincere motives?
Hypocrisy is an outward pretense masking an inner reality. Jesus condemns hypocrisy, especially in matters of faith. As a follower …
Are religious elites using Jesus as a cover for teaching whatever suits their fancy.
Jesus is very direct about how religious leaders are focused on justifying what they teach to match their way of …
Are we really worshiping God? Do we mean it?
Jesus challenges us to stop acting. And, He is serious. He means it. Jesus can’t stand hypocrisy. How many times …
When has God had enough and given up?
Some thoughts on God’s faithfulness. When has God had enough and given up? When does God draw the line in the …
What is exempt from the kingdom of Jesus the Messiah?
Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected into an …
Should we drink huge draughts of the Holy Spirit?
What excuse do I find to sing a song to God? I don’t need one. Everything is a reason to …
What does Jesus think about our politics?
This is a special message for our current toxic political and religious environment. Jesus has something to say about all …
Should right-living people bless the government of God? Will it flourish if we do?
We can be a blessing to our cities, towns, states and country. When we are right in God, we can …
How Yeshua became Jesus (Greek Jesus vs Hebrew Yeshua)
How did the name Yeshua become Jesus? Did you know that the name “Jesus” is less than 400 years old? …
Questions that Jesus Asks in the Good News According to Matthew
It is stunning how skillfully our Master Jesus, the Messiah, uses questions (read more here) to teach vital spiritual truths. …
Can I hope based on scripture as the word of God?
I need to find more hope. God is good and in a good mood. Justice, while lacking here some days, …
Does the Message that points to the Messiah on the Cross seem like sheer silliness to those hellbent on destruction?
The way God works seems silly to those who don’t know Him. For many, “Why” is the big barrier to …
Does death come from a phantom life of evil and their friends?
There is a way to live and there is a way to die. Living comes from aligning myself with God …
How will we conduct our affairs?
It all starts at home. Work is important and so is the church, but living love out at home is …
Are we going to Jerusalem with Jesus?
Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …
Do we become children of God by new birth? Is that even possible?
This is stunning. As disciples of Jesus, we are the chief objects of God’s fatherly love. We become God’s children …
Is the peace of Jesus ruling my heart?
Some things just aren’t forced on us. We can have it or we can not. God isn’t just going to …
Why should we obey our government and leaders?
This is pretty straight forward. We are to be responsible. We are to respect our leaders. We are to pay …
Should I beg God? Will God keep His promises?
Jesus said, “Everyone who asks (begs) receives …” Sometimes it takes a lot for us to ask. We think we …
Will we wait for Jesus?
It is Holy Saturday. Jesus is in the tomb. What do we do? We wait. We have remember the passion …
Is America, as we know it, passing away? What will endure? What will last?
My love for the Father should squeeze out everything else. Wanting my own way is not the Father’s way. Wanting …
What do I want from God? What should I ask for?
God offered Solomon anything he wanted. He could have anything at all. Now that is amazing. What did Solomon want? …
Does False Doctrine contradict the good news of Jesus the Messiah?
Jesus, the Son of God, is the Messiah. God sent him to live among us, die for our missing God’s …
Is good character a great insurance policy?
Good character is important. Doing the right thing, God’s thing, makes all the difference. Solomon’s dad understood that following what …
“Beware … ” ~Jesus — What the New Testament has to say on deception by religions leaders
This is a series of quotes to emphasize the seriousness of deception and our responsibility to look out for it …
What are some examples of meekness in the life of Jesus?
Jesus is clear that I will be more than happy if I am meek and gentle. I will in fact …
Is the resurrection of Jesus evidence of God?
Jesus rose from the dead. That is amazing and represents the good news of God. God is not dead. We …
Do I know beyond a shadow of a doubt?
Luke got it right. Knowing and having supernatural courage (faith) about Jesus is what it is all about. He made …
