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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Jesus Sayings

Is tit-for-tat retaliation the way to go?

March 2, 2021

Our culture tends to be one of retaliation. Someone hurts us, we envision a way to get them back. There …

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Are we fortunate when we are persecuted for Jesus?

February 28, 2021

How does Jesus expect us to react under persecution? Rejoice and be glad! That is right. Can we jump up and down …

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Is Jesus clear about what He expects from us?

February 21, 2021

Why this is important: Jesus has just finished talking about not judging and hypocrisy in the Jesus Manifesto. At first …

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February 14, 2021

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Will God’s word change our lives?

February 14, 2021

What does Jesus say? We know what He says. We can read His words. We can study them. We can absorb …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

November 9, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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What does Jesus think about retaliation?

August 28, 2020

Jesus challenges us to not retaliate. It is in our core, when someone hurts us, to strike back. Some, famously, …

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Has Jesus provoked us to sarcasm?

August 24, 2020

We get consumed with our feelings. Jesus challenges us to move beyond that and see His world. Jesus can provoke …

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What if Jesus said this to New York City?

August 23, 2020

What if Jesus said this to Dallas? What if he said this to New York City? I can imagine it. …

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Could Jesus, Paul and James all be wrong?

August 20, 2020

This theme seems very clear. There isn’t too much to be added here. 8 very specific references citing Jesus, Paul …

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Does Jesus know what He is talking about?

August 19, 2020

Am I the one Jesus brings into the room with Him or am I the one provoked to sarcasm and …

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Who is in the drivers seat?

August 15, 2020

Jesus challenges us to live life with Him in charge. Now that is tough because we all like to be …

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To judge or not to judge …

August 14, 2020

Jesus can be very straightforward and direct. His suggestion on criticizing and judging others is to not do it if …

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Will we have courage and believe our Master Jesus the Messiah?

August 10, 2020

With faith comes a risk. “What if ….”, we think. What if God doesn’t answer.What if we look silly. We …

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Does it takes supernatural courage to love the way God loves?

August 6, 2020

This is tough stuff. It doesn’t feel right. Our natural reactions, in relationships, can get us in trouble. Jesus has …

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God’s goal for us to grow up and live the Life of Jesus, doing everything His way.

August 1, 2020

Jesus challenges us to be the person God wants us to be. Jesus challenges us to grow up. Grow up! …

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Have we missed God? Is anything left in our memory of his Message? Do we take his Messenger seriously?

July 30, 2020

God sent Jesus. Jesus is His plan. There is danger in missing all of this. We need to slow down …

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Do I really mean it?

July 23, 2020

Jesus challenges us to stop acting. And, He is serious. He means it. Jesus can’t stand hypocrisy. How many times …

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Am I pretending to be righteous just because I am acting legally?

July 21, 2020

Jesus challenges us to look at whether meeting the “letter of the law” means we are living right in God. …

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“I give eternal life to them.” ~Jesus

July 19, 2020

It is an important question to figure out. Is eternal life a gift or something we earn by being a …

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“The righteous will shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father.” ~Jesus

July 17, 2020

God is doing a work in His people. It leads to glorification. Now that is amazing. Is this a promise …

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Am I being stupid or willfully stupid?

July 16, 2020

Jesus asks some stunning questions. We don’t exactly know how to respond. Some days, there aren’t great answers. Jesus is …

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Will I stand firm when Jesus challenges me?

July 11, 2020

You come to Jesus. Your son is sick and is going to die. You ask Jesus to come and heal …

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How much time do I spend jockeying for position with others?

July 8, 2020

Jesus challenges us to stop being competitive. We are always comparing ourselves with others. It is a serious problem. It …

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What was the most important thing to Jesus?

June 30, 2020

Everything was complete. The last thing Jesus says is so profound. This is the way it has always been with …

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“Give to him who asks of you, and do not turn away from him who wants to borrow from you.” ~ Jesus

June 29, 2020

There is no doubt that poverty’s reach is both widespread and devastating. God’s people cannot be indifferent toward those in …

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Is my heart in it?

June 23, 2020

Jesus challenges us to have our heart in the right place with God and everyone else. It is all about …

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Why don’t our faithless solutions allow God to shine through?

June 22, 2020

Jesus challenges us. It had been a long day. It was beginning to get late. His disciples came to him …

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“Woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed!” ~Jesus

June 21, 2020

Betrayal is a gross violation of trust and can be one of the most devastating forms of pain inflicted upon …

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You don’t expect to bury your children.

June 17, 2020

She is 12 years old. She got sick. She died. Everyone is beside themselves in grief and horror. You don’t …

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Has Jesus finished everything He came to do?

June 15, 2020

Jesus had been thirsty. They gave him some sour wine. Jesus knew everything God had sent him here to accomplish …

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Did Jesus finish it? Is it complete?

June 11, 2020

Jesus, God’s Son, shows how He completes what was started in the Old Covenant (Testament). Jesus is the completer in …

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Are there any “ifs” among the followers of Jesus? Can anything happen?

June 10, 2020

Jesus summons us to a new level of belief. There are no “ifs” in His world. The new plan he …

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Why is Jesus thirsty?

June 9, 2020

Hanging from the cross. He will die for us. The agony is unbearable. He didn’t say a lot. It was …

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Will there be a day of judgement?

June 6, 2020

Tyre and Sidon were well known pagan cities in Jesus time. It might be like saying Las Vegas and New …

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Will Jesus complete God’s mission and goals?

June 5, 2020

It was a dark day as Jesus hung from the cross. Figuratively and literally. The sun disappeared. Jesus was alone. …

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What is Jesus concerned about as he is facing a slow and cruel death for us?

June 2, 2020

Jesus’ mother, his aunt, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene stood at the foot of the cross. They …

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How does Jesus know about the generosity of God?

May 31, 2020

Jesus knows first hand the generosity of God. Everything starts from God caring and His generosity. Jesus has been with …

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Will Jesus remember us?

May 28, 2020

Three men  had been condemned.  Three men were hanging on crosses facing agonizing deaths. This is a horrific way to die. …

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What does Jesus know about forgiveness?

May 27, 2020

Jesus’ mission from God our Father was to bring forgiveness to the world. On the cross, Jesus accomplished the mission. …

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7 things Jesus said on the cross as He died for us

May 26, 2020

Jesus hung on the cross and died for us. He said seven things during that time. Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, …

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How should ministries be financially supported?

May 23, 2020

Jesus sent the disciples out to spread the good news about how God rules. He recognized that they would need …

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Are we going to Jerusalem with Jesus?

May 21, 2020

Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …

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Is it reasonable to ask Jesus what I must do to do the works of God in my life?

May 20, 2020

‘What must we do to do the works God requires?’ A question from the disciples. I look at the question …

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“The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath.” ~Jesus

May 19, 2020

How important is rest? God needed it and got it. Jesus needed it and got it. I need it as well. And good …

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God is God. His word is always true. We can count on it.

May 11, 2020

God means what He says. What God says is important. What He says is not to be trivialized in any …

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Jesus is whispering. He is talking. He is shouting!

May 8, 2020

Jesus is whispering. He is talking. He is shouting! Jesus has some amazing things to say. In what I read. …

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“O woman, your faith is great; it shall be done for you as you wish.” ~Jesus

May 5, 2020

Here is good news. Jesus heals the sick and the demon possessed. Jesus does it all the time. Jesus is …

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“What it means is that the truth is too close for comfort and they are uncomfortable.” ~Jesus

May 4, 2020

All heaven is applauding when I get in trouble for speaking the truth of the government of God. God is …

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“Whenever you give to the poor.” ~Jesus

May 1, 2020

Most disciples of Jesus believe we are to help the poor but how are we to make good judgments on …

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“Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.” ~Jesus

April 30, 2020

I miss God’s goal for my life (aka sin). I sin. I need forgiveness. I need a pardon. Jesus stands …

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“Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” ~Jesus

April 24, 2020

The mission of the church is to make disciples. Just before Jesus returned to heaven, He commissioned His disciples this …

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“Don’t be alarmed” ~An Angel

April 16, 2020

  It is a simple message but the most powerful one I can know. I should not be afraid. I …

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“And what I say to you, I say to everyone: Be alert!” ~Jesus

April 6, 2020

Jesus wants me to know something. Jesus is going to return. It could happen anytime. It is up to God …

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“For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” ~Jesus

April 2, 2020

My job is to do the will of God. That is it. There is nothing else. That is the overarching …

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“Master, I believe you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who comes into the world.” ~Martha

March 30, 2020

I am stunned and amazed. Jesus performs an impossible miracle. This is a must read chapter in the holy scriptures. …

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“No, I tell you; but unless you radically change your mind, you will all perish as well.” ~Jesus

March 25, 2020

I love to compare myself to others who miss God’s goal for their life (aka sinners). It is embarrassing but …

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“No prophet is welcome in his hometown” ~Jesus

March 16, 2020

Jesus encounters lots of opposition. There are a lot of Jesus-deniers out there. Am I one of them? And He …

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“Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” ~Jesus

March 12, 2020

My mission, given to me by God, is to love. In order to love, I need to learn how to …

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“You will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” ~Jesus

March 10, 2020

I have the power of the Holy Spirit in my life. It is a gift from Jesus. There is nothing …

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“And the Holy Spirit, when He comes, will convict the world concerning missing God’s goal and righteousness and judgment.” ~Jesus

March 8, 2020

The Holy Spirit convicts me. I miss God’s goal for my life (aka sin) and the Holy Spirit of God …

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“Learn from me, because I am lowly and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” ~Jesus

March 3, 2020

Jesus calls on me to learn. ”Disciple” means to learn. I am to learn from Jesus. Jesus is my Master. …

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“I have other sheep, which are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will hear My voice; and they will become one flock with one shepherd.” ~Jesus

February 27, 2020

I want to understand Jesus. I want to fully know Him. I can know more by understanding the roles and …

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“I have come so that you may have life and have it in abundance.” ~Jesus

February 26, 2020

There is a right way to get into a house and there is a wrong way. The right way for …

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“Whatever you ask in My name, that will I do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” ~Jesus

February 25, 2020

Jesus brings glory to His Father. Jesus shows me how stunning and amazing God is. There is no one like …

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“Be on your guard against the yeast of the religious elites, which is hypocrisy” ~Jesus

February 18, 2020

Jesus warns me about hypocrisy. It is a serious problem. Being a religious elite leads to all kinds of errors. …

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“As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up; so that whoever believes will in Him have eternal life.” ~Jesus

February 17, 2020

I see Jesus. He is lifted up on the cross. It is not a pleasant thing to see. He is …

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“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.” ~Jesus

February 13, 2020

Am I a servant or am I a slave? I am both. It isn’t an “either/or” issue. I am afraid; …

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“I will ask you one question; then answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.” ~Jesus

February 12, 2020

Jesus has a question for me. Actually, He has a lot of them. When He asks them, I am compelled …

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“The one who welcomes you welcomes me, and the one who welcomes me welcomes him who sent me.” ~Jesus

February 8, 2020

Jesus gives me good news. As a disciple, if anyone welcomes me, they are welcoming Jesus and God. There is …

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“If your brother sins, go and show him his fault in private.” ~Jesus

February 7, 2020

We all miss God’s goal for our lives. I certainly do. Sometimes that is obvious to other brothers and sisters …

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February 1, 1960 — A movement for justice started at Woolworth’s in Greensboro, N.C.

February 1, 2020

Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cummin, and you have neglected the weightier …

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“After looking around at them with anger, grieved at their hardness of heart!” ~Jesus

February 1, 2020

I need to be careful. It is way too easy to fall into the religious rule and legalism trap. The …

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“Because of his friend’s shameless boldness, he will get up and give him as much as he needs.” ~Jesus

January 29, 2020

Jesus wants me to be bold in what I ask of God. In fact, I should be very persistent and …

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“Moses wrote this command for you because of the hardness of your hearts.” ~Jesus

January 23, 2020

Jesus has some things He wants me to know. They are somewhat essential as they deal with our basic human …

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“Have courage, son, your sins are forgiven.” ~Jesus

January 20, 2020

Jesus wants me to have courage. Jesus wants me to be bold in my faith. Jesus doesn’t want me hanging …

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“Neither do I condemn you. Go, and from now on do not sin anymore.” ~Jesus

January 18, 2020

Jesus is clear. Jesus doesn’t condemn me. I stand before Him guilty. I am VERY guilty. I have missed God’s …

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“In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you.” ~Jesus

January 13, 2020

According to Jesus, heaven is a real place. It is not a product of religious imagination or the result of …

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“Now go; I’m sending you out like lambs among wolves.” ~Jesus

January 12, 2020

Jesus gives me a mission. Jesus is sending me to proclaim the good news. I am very excited. This is …

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“My kingdom is not of this world.” ~Jesus

January 10, 2020

Jesus is King. I have to confess my loyalty to King Jesus. This is the main thing about the main …

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“Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God come in power.” ~Jesus

January 7, 2020

Jesus is clear. Jesus says Amen (aka truly). I must get this. Jesus is emphatic. What I wonder. What is …

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“I am willing; be made clean.” ~Jesus

January 2, 2020

Jesus has some good news for me. I want Jesus to make me clean. Jesus wants to make me clean. …

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“Carelessly call a brother ‘idiot!’ and you just might find yourself hauled into court.” ~Jesus

January 1, 2020

Jesus is clear what love looks like. My words need to reflect His love in me. This is a core …

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“Whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also.” ~Jesus

December 31, 2019

When I was a young man, we used the phrase “just suck it up”. We used it a lot. We …

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“No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” ~Jesus

December 24, 2019

I want to follow Jesus. Am I ready for what it takes? Have I counted the cost and now prepared …

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“Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted.” ~Jesus

December 21, 2019

When I come to the Messiah as someone who misses God’s goal (aka sinner), I must come in humility. I …

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“Who do you say that I am?” ~Jesus

December 18, 2019

Jesus has questions of me. One of the most important is who do I think He is. He isn’t going …

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“Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me.” ~Jesus

December 17, 2019

It is way too easy to let my heart to be troubled. Most days are a challenge. Some are not. …

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“What comes out of a person is what defiles him.” ~Jesus

December 14, 2019

It is very difficult for me to see what is in my heart. I’ve hidden my faults from myself. My …

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“Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” ~Jesus

December 13, 2019

The Jesus Manifesto (Matthew 5-7) continues with Jesus teaching us how to pray. I must learn how to forgive. How …

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“Where will we buy bread so that these people can eat?” ~Jesus

December 13, 2019

Sometimes this saying echoes in my mind. “Houston, we have a problem”. I think I have an impossible situation in …

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“Do not fear those who kill the body but are unable to kill the soul.” ~Jesus

December 9, 2019

There is a great conundrum around the issue of fear. God says that I should fear Him and that I …

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“It is written, ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.’ ” ~Jesus

December 7, 2019

I want life. It is important. I know it is. How will I get life? Our Master’s experience of temptation …

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“If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask him.” ~Jesus

December 5, 2019

I will admit it. I have evil desires. There is evil in my heart. Evil is a lack of goodness. …

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“Give us this day our daily bread.” ~Jesus

November 26, 2019

Jesus continues the Jesus Manifesto and the model prayer. I have needs on a daily basis. We all do. Jesus …

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“Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting.” ~Jesus

November 20, 2019

Jesus is clear in that He says, “whenever you fast …” It seems like Jesus expected we would. Scripture does …

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“Go and make disciples of all nations.” ~Jesus

November 18, 2019

Every apostle was a disciple, but not every disciple was an apostle. Every person who believes in Jesus is called …

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“Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who commits sin is the slave of sin.” ~Jesus

November 8, 2019

Jesus makes a stunning assessment about slavery. We are slaves of sin. Jesus warns me that continuance in the Word …

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“You serpents, you generation of vipers, how can you escape the damnation of hell?” ~Jesus

October 31, 2019

“Woe unto you”. Seven times in Matthew 23 Jesus the Messiah say these words to the religious elites of that …

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“The seed along the path are those who have heard and then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved.” ~Jesus

October 30, 2019

In the Gospels, Jesus speaks of those who have “ears to hear” at the end of a difficult saying or …

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