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“Didn’t you know that it was necessary for me to be in my Father’s house?” ~Jesus
Some days when Jesus talks to me, I am like His parents. I have no idea what He is talking about. …
What do we get anxious and troubled about?
Mary was paying attention to what Jesus was saying. Martha was busy serving Jesus. Martha got upset that Mary was …
“Jesus is the image of the invisible God.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus is the Son of God. Jesus knows what God is talking about. Jesus is God and can do anything he wants …
“And some [seed] fell into good soil and grew and yielded a hundredfold.” ~Jesus
Jesus loved to tell stories. This one was about the farmer who planted seeds for his crop. But not all …
“Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter [fall into] various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.” ~James
12 years is a long time. She had tried everything. No one could help. They all tried but it was …
What happens when others reject the good news message we bring?
Jesus has given me His authority. I am His ambassador to His world (Kingdom) here on earth. I fully stand for Jesus. If …
“Holy is His name.” ~Mary, mother of Jesus
Why this is important: Mary, who carried Jesus in her womb and gave birth to Him, breaks out into an amazing …
“Do not fear those who kill the body, and after that have nothing more that they can do.” ~Jesus
Jesus considers us friends. Jesus wants to confide with me. Jesus has some things he wants me to know. Jesus …
“But I will warn you whom to fear: fear him who, after he has killed, has authority to cast into hell.” ~Jesus
The religious bullies want to intimidate us into silence. Nothing would please them more. Jesus challenges us to speak up …
“The heavenly Father [will] give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” ~Jesus
When we talk with God, Jesus the Messiah challenges us to be direct. God already knows what we need. God …
“Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” ~An Angel
When it was time to give birth to Jesus, no one had room for Him. So, Mary did what …
“And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” ~Jesus
May I be bold in what I ask for. And he said to them, “Which of you who has a …
Is it a problem to oppose the precious stone whom God has exalted — his Son Jesus?
Jesus was constantly getting under the skin of the religious leaders and scholars. At the conclusion of the story Jesus …
Are we being led by the Holy Spirit?
After his baptism, Jesus learned to live, in the present, with the power of the Holy Spirit. He was baptized …
Will others hear us when we proclaim the good news of Jesus?
Jesus is very clear. If someone listens to me, they are listening to Jesus. Jesus grants us His authority. His words …
“God, be merciful to me, a sinner!” ~A Tax Collector
I am sure those who had been with Jesus for a while had a hint of what was about to …
Was John the Baptizer filled with the Holy Spirit while still in the womb of his mother?
God fills John with the Holy Spirit while he is still in his mother’s womb and onward throughout his whole …
Does God really want to give us the Holy Spirit?
There are times I have underestimated how important the Holy Spirit can be in our lives. God knows we need …
“The one who showed compassion to him.” ~A lawyer
There are experts galore. No lack of those who “officially” know all the rules and regulations. When Jesus asked the …
“I watched Satan fall from heaven like lightning.” ~Jesus
Jesus, the Messiah and our Master, challenges us to understand what is remarkable about this powerful life in the Spirit …
“So thick-headed! So slow-hearted!” ~Jesus
Jesus is resurrected to an incorruptible body after having been crucified. It is three days after His death. He is …
“Rejoice, favored one; the Master is with you!” ~Angel Gabriel
Mary did not know it yet, but she needed encouragement. God has a wonderful way of building us up before …
“This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in My blood.” ~Jesus
Do you like hints? They can be a little frustrating, but they can also be fun. They can also be …
“I find nothing wrong here. He seems harmless enough to me.” ~Pilate
Why this is important: Jesus is being tried. He has been arrested. When it was morning, the religious elites and …
“In fact, the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the agreement of which he is mediator is superior to the old one, since the new agreement is established on better promises.” ~Author of Hebrews
In the scriptures, a covenant (agreement) is between God and His people or certain specific individuals, like me. The fulfilment …
“Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people.” ~Angel of God
Why this is important: The disciples of Jesus are to rejoice in the salvation brought about by the Messiah’s faithful …
“You say that I am.” ~Jesus
Here is the good news! Jesus is the Son of God. Everyone who encounters Him comes away knowing it. It moves …
“To do so no more is the truest repentance.” ~Martin Luther
To do so no more is the truest repentance. ~Martin Luther It is so very easy to fall into …
“In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.” ~Jesus
There is a time to get prepared. That time is when trouble is on the way. I must listen and …
What is the parable of the loving Father?
But when he came to himself, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have more than enough bread, …
When will the kingdom of God come?
Being asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, he answered them, “The kingdom of God is …
If you want to see Jesus, you may have to be clever!
He entered Jericho and was passing through. And behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus. He was a chief …
Why does Jesus challenge us to listen?
And taking the twelve, he said to them, “See, we are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written …
What is the great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide?
The big deal: When it was time to give birth to Jesus, no one had room for Him. So Mary …
Are Your Fears Legion?
Here is a guest article from Mandy Sweigart-Quinn. Mandy is known as the Blue Collar Theologian (www.bluecollartheologian.blog)! She loves Jesus, His …
31 Questions that Jesus Asks in the Good News According to Luke
It is stunning how masterfully our Master Jesus, the Messiah, uses questions (read more here) to teach vital spiritual truths. …
“Jesus rejoiced, exuberant in the Holy Spirit!” ~Luke
Jesus rejoiced. Jesus is exuberant in the Holy Spirit. Jesus came to usher in the Kingdom of God in the …
“And the disciples were continually filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.” ~Luke
Am I happy? Do you see my joy? Or am I just a grumpy old man most days? In …
“Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide.” ~God’s angel
I am looking. I am looking for my savior. God appears on the scene with his mighty angels. Our savior …
"Fortunate the eyes that see what you’re seeing!" ~Jesus
We are so extremely fortunate and may not even realize it. Jesus is showing us a new way. How cool …
“Prepare God’s arrival! Everyone will be there to see the parade of God’s salvation.” ~John the Baptizer
Under the old plan, the road could get very bumpy. All curves and careful driving was the order of the …
"If your greeting of peace is received, then it’s a good place to stay." ~~Jesus
Jesus is amazing. He gives us tools like none other. The power of peace is inexhaustible. His suggestion to us …
"You’re fussing far too much and getting yourself worked up over nothing." ~~Jesus to Martha
Mary was paying attention to what Jesus was saying. Martha was busy serving Jesus. Martha got upset that Mary wasn’t …
"The one who rejects you, rejects me." ~Jesus
Jesus has given me His authority. I am His ambassador to His world (Kingdom) here on earth. I fully represent Jesus. If this …
“So don’t be intimidated by all this bully talk.” ~Jesus
The religious bullies want to intimidate us into silence. Nothing would please them more. Jesus challenges us to speak up …
“When you enter a town, heal anyone who is sick, and tell them, ‘God’s government is right on your doorstep!'” ~Jesus
Jesus doesn’t make it complicated for us. He wants us to replicate what He is doing. Jesus sends us out. …
"You’ve been given insight into God’s kingdom—you know how it works." ~Jesus
God has a kingdom where he rules. It doesn’t work like any government we know in this world. Jesus is …
“Be careful that you don’t become misers of what you hear.” ~Jesus
I have heard a lot. God is good and tells me His secrets. Are we keeping them to ourselves or giving them …
"Don’t run from suffering; embrace it. Follow me and I’ll show you how." ~Jesus
I am mistaken to think that suffering is something to be avoided. Jesus challenges me to embrace it. That is what He …
“Do not be afraid. You have found favor with God.” ~Angel to Mary
Mary did not have anything to fear. She didn’t know that but it was true. There are times I don’t …
"On your way! But be careful—this is hazardous work. You’re like lambs in a wolf pack." ~Jesus
Jesus sends us out into the world to do God’s work. He knows it isn’t easy. In fact, it is hazardous. …
“You are worried and bothered about so many things; but only one thing is necessary.” ~Jesus
How often do I go about fussing? I get worked up over nothing. Worrying about how everything is going to get …
“With my own eyes I’ve seen your salvation.” ~Simeon
When God makes a promise, He is true to His word. His Spirit gives power to the word and it …
Jesus Quotes and God Thoughts 