Will we happy if we are obedient to Jesus?
Jesus asks very penetrating questions of us. Jesus is patient. Jesus is waiting for our answer. What will we say? …
Tag Archives: Luke 11
Must God’s people not only listen to God’s word but also put it into practice?
Listening also requires obedience to God. Jesus makes that clear. Taking sides with Jesus means much more than saying the …
“Because of his friend’s shameless boldness, he will get up and give him as much as he needs.” ~Jesus
Jesus wants me to be bold in what I ask of God. In fact, I should be very persistent and …
“Happy are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” ~Jesus
In the United States, our declaration of independence has three core principles. One is life. The second is liberty and …
“If you then, being evil …” ~Jesus
I need to know about evil. I need to know how to recognize it. Jesus challenges me to recognize …
“Happy are those who hear God’s Word and guard it with their lives!” ~Jesus
Jesus knows. Jesus knows what is important. Jesus thrives on the word of God, His Father. Jesus knows how to …
Why was Jesus criticized for breaking with tradition and opposed by the religious elites?
Things are getting dicey. The fact that the religious elites (scribes and Pharisees) united in this attack and came all …
“Whether few or many is none of your business. Put your mind on your life with God.” ~Jesus
It is none of my business. That is the stunning message from Jesus that He wants me to know. I …
“This is war, and there is no neutral ground.” ~Jesus
Jesus knows what I am thinking. There is no hiding. Jesus will shine the light on my indifference. I must …
“I also know your insides are maggoty with greed and secret evil.” ~Jesus
When he finished that talk, a Pharisee asked him to dinner. He entered his house and sat right down at …
“Here’s what I’m saying: Ask and you’ll get; seek and you’ll find; knock and the door will open.” ~Jesus
Jesus is clear about the need for persistence. On many occasions, he teaches us and challenges us. Jesus wants me …
“Don’t bargain with God. Be direct. Ask for what you need.” ~Jesus
When we talk with God, Jesus the Messiah challenges us to be direct. God already knows what we need. God …
Am I too bold in what I ask of God?
Am I too bold in what I ask of God? Or am I not bold enough? He has a heart …
