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Tag Archives: Master
Is Jesus a lackey to the Sabbath? What is more important, rules or the Ruler?
What is more important? Rules and regulations? Or the Ruler? Jesus deals with the problem of “being religious” head on. …
“I remembered the word of the Master.” ~Peter
Let us consider the word “master” (usually translated Lord). So here is a fundamental question: “What is the foundational reality …
“We call Jesus Master by the Spirit of God.” ~Apostle Paul
Master (Lord) is a title that signifies Jesus the Messiah’s absolute authority and the basis on which people may know …
Is the title Master a mark of Jesus the Messiah’s authority as a teacher?
Let us consider the word “master” (usually translated Lord). So here is a fundamental question: “What is the foundational reality …
Are rulers God’s servants to do good and restrain evil?
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
“Quiet! Settle down!” ~Jesus
Jesus knows something. Jesus knows a storm is coming. I will be in the storm, with Him. Will I have …
“It is the Master Jesus, the Messiah, whom you are a slave to.” ~Apostle Paul
It is hard to get the issue of being a slave in my mind. In the Greek-speaking world of the first …
Is Master (Lord) a title of respect for the earthly Jesus the Messiah?
Master (Lord) is a title that signifies Jesus the Messiah’s absolute authority and the basis on which people may know …
“Jesus is able also to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them.” ~Author of Hebrews
Jesus is my High Priest, interceding for me before God. Jesus is able to save me altogether, perfectly, so that nothing …
“He is Master of masters and King of kings, and those who are with Him are the called and chosen and faithful.” ~An Angel
It is one thing to be a Master and King. It is quite another to be the Master of masters …
God is in the revealing business
God is revealing things. God is in the revealing business. Sometimes it is a little fuzzy at first and then …
Jesus is not my own genie who jumps out of His little bottle when I rub it and ask Him for what I want.
We have lost this incredibly important concept of Jesus as Master and I am His slave. We have a man-centered …
“This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” ~God
What does God want from me? Listen to His Son Jesus. It is a simple and straightforward challenge. God didn’t …
Jesus wants me to speak strongly!
Jesus wants me to speak strongly. Jesus has a good news message He wants heard and acted on. When I …
Slave — Whose slave are you? God’s? Sin’s?
It is hard to get the issue of being a slave in my mind. In the Greek-speaking world of the first …
Master — Who is the ruler over all?
Lord (Master) is a title that signifies Jesus the Messiah’s absolute authority and the basis on which people may know …
“All hail the power of Jesus’ name, let angels prostrate fall!” ~ Edward Perronet
I love this song. I think it is my all time favorite. I grew up hearing it in church and …
Pharisees (religious elites) — Accusing Jesus the Messiah of being demon-possessed
Pharisees (religious elites) opposed Jesus the Messiah during his ministry and were among those who brought about his crucifixion. Some Pharisees, …
“Even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life.” ~Jesus
Jesus rules in every case, over everything and everyone. He is the Master. PERIOD! I am His slave. Jesus is …
Discipleship — The cost of Discipleship Involves a Denial of Self-interests and Desires
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who does …
“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.“ ~Jesus
Am I a Christian or a disciple of Jesus? I need to think this through. It is an important question. …
“There is far more at stake here than religion.” ~Jesus
Jesus is not a fan of organized religion and the elite attitudes that go with it. Jesus is in favor …
“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life.” ~Jesus
There are a lot of details to life. What to eat. What to wear. Which way to drive to work. …
“Jesus came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near.” ~Apostle Paul
Prophecies of peace are fulfilled in the coming of Jesus the Messiah. Peace is real. Jesus wants me to experience peace. …
“This has to be the Son of God!” ~Roman Captain at the Crucifixion
A crucifixion is a most painful, cruel and protracted form of execution which involved the victim being roped or nailed …
Obedience — Jesus the Messiah is Totally Obedient to His Father’s Will
I have a lot to learn about obedience. I have a great teacher in Jesus the Messiah. Jesus “learned obedience” …
“God, my God, I yelled for help and you put me together.” ~King David
God answers prayer. Mighty King David knows this in his heart. He has seen lots of trouble. God comes through. …
“When you do all the things which are commanded you, say, ‘We are unworthy slaves; we have done only that which we ought to have done.’ ”
I am a slave of Jesus. Jesus is my Master (aka Lord). Jesus owns me. I have to be clear about …
“A slave of the Messiah Jesus …” ~Apostle Paul
How did Paul see himself? Paul saw himself as a slave of Jesus. This is not a fluke. Paul also …
Gentleness — The Gentleness of Jesus the Messiah
I wander off. I am wayward. I drift. It happens. It happens to others I know. What is my attitude? …
God’s Goal — To Live with His People
God has goals in mind. He will accomplish them. When I miss God’s goal, that is known as sin. I …
Slave — Am I a Slave or a Servant? Does it Matter?
“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave (dŏulŏs) above his master. It is enough for the disciple that he become …
“Go home to your own people. Tell them your story—what the Master did, how he had mercy on you.” ~Jesus
Jesus is clear. I need to tell everyone I know how Jesus, my Master and the Messiah, has had mercy …
“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 …
“Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant.” ~Apostle Paul
Having a passion for the things of God is a huge thing. It is easy to get burnt out. So …
“Be God’s fool — that’s the path to true wisdom.” ~Apostle Paul
I really enjoy my “news reader” on the internet. I keep up with 100′s of stuff (feeds) a day. I …
“It was God who kept us focused on him, uncompromised.” ~Apostle Paul
I like to think I can focus and sometimes I get close. I try hard. I want to be courageous. “I think I can.” It doesn’t work. …
"Don’t loiter and make small talk with everyone you meet along the way." ~~Jesus
Jesus sends us on a mission. Jesus has things He wants me to do for Him. I need to understand His urgency. In …
“But what happens when we live God’s way?” ~Apostle Paul
My challenge is to live God’s way. Many times I don’t want to but it isn’t about what I want. …
“We beg you, please don’t squander one bit of this marvelous life God has given us.” ~Apostle Paul
I have a choice to make today. It may not be an easy one. It may involve some pain for …
“And whoever touched him was healed.” ~Apostle Matthew
Matthew faithfully records how Jesus affected people. When they knew he was around, they knew he would heal the sick. …
"Quiet! Get out of him!" ~~Jesus to the demons in a man
Jesus has authority over everything. To the demons He says “Get out” and they do. They know who Jesus is. …
“Your job is to speak out on the things that make for solid doctrine.” ~Apostle Paul
I have a job. Jesus has given it to me. I must be faithful in fulfilling it. I can’t shirk …
“I have to write begging that you fight with everything you have in you for this faith entrusted to us as a gift to guard and cherish.” ~Jude
Jesus is my Master and the Messiah (anointed one of God). It is a gift from Jesus that I am …
“I don’t think the way you think.” ~God
God is God. I am so appreciative of that fact. God doesn’t think the way I think. God doesn’t act …
"Those who have lived the right way will walk out into a resurrection Life." ~~Jesus
Jesus knows about judgment. His Father has given Him the authority to judge us. God has also demonstrated the power of …
“Only one who devotes himself to a cause with his whole strength and soul can be a true master. For this reason mastery demands all of a person.” ~~Albert Einstein
God’s goal for me is to be completely and totally committed to Jesus. Jesus is in charge of God’s country. …
"It’s urgent that you listen carefully to this." ~Jesus (3 Radical things to do)
We all want to live. Before Jesus, I was in the world of the dead. I knew it then and I fully understand …
“So if you’re serious about living this new resurrection life with the Messiah, act like it.” ~Apostle Paul
I must be serious about the resurrection life with Jesus. It isn’t only about what I think but is very …
“You’re asking the wrong question.” ~Jesus
I need to change my mind (repent). I need to ask the right questions. I am clearly not always seeing …
“So don’t be embarrassed to speak up for our Master Jesus.” ~Apostle Paul
I must not be embarrassed. Jesus is my Master. I must speak up for Jesus. I must speak up for …
"Take it seriously, show the way for others, and you will find honor in the kingdom." ~~Jesus
Jesus demands that I take His way seriously. There is nothing frivolous about it at all. My job, my mission, …
“God picked you out as his from the very start.” ~Apostle Paul
I should never lack for anything to pray about. I can thank God, all day long, for my family, friends, …
“The person who obeys my heavenly Father’s will is my brother and sister and mother.” ~Jesus
Family is important. We think it is the most important thing. Jesus challenges me to understand that the most important …
“Love means following his commandments, and his unifying commandment is that you conduct your lives in love.” ~Apostle John
I must be diligent in living out the truth of God’s commandment. I must be consistent and not waiver. I …
“Mortals make elaborate plans, but God has the last word.” ~King Solomon
I love to plan. It is a passion of mine. It is comforting to me. It provides me the illusion …
“I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best.” ~Apostle Paul
When I have changed my mind (repented), I need to fill my mind with the right things. What should I …
“My aim is to raise hopes by pointing the way to life without end.” ~Apostle Paul
I am God’s slave. Jesus is my Master and he owns me. This has happened because of what Jesus did …
“So what do we do? Keep on missing God’s goal (sin) so God can keep on forgiving?” ~Apostle Paul
I live in a new country now. I live in the country governed by God. Jesus is in charge of God’s …
“Quit your worship charades.” ~God
God has a clear message for me. Jesus challenges me to quit being religious. Jesus wants me to have nothing …
“Don’t take yourself too seriously — take God seriously.” ~Micah
But he’s already made it plain how to live, what to do, what God is looking for in men and …
“We keep everything we do and say out in the open.” ~Apostle Paul
God is open and plainly shares truth with us. God has given us good news and made it known without …
“By entering through faith into what God has always wanted to do for us we have it all together with God.” ~Apostle Paul
What gets us into the game and off the bench? It is faith in Jesus the Master, our Messiah. Faith …
“There’s no longer room for doubt—God made him Master and Messiah.” ~Apostle Peter
It is clear. There is no room for doubt. We have to accept the facts. Jesus is Master. Jesus died, …
“Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” ~George Bernard Shaw
Jesus challenges us to change our minds (repent) about who is in control. Jesus is in charge of God’s country …
“There is no sadder sight than a young pessimist.” ~Mark Twain
We are a people who believe in the good news message of Jesus. We are a people of faith. We …
“You don’t know the first thing about tomorrow.” ~James, brother of Jesus
I love to plan but do I love to do God’s will? I have great ideas for the future. I …
“I think in terms of the day’s resolutions, not the years’.” ~Henry Moore
Today is the day that our Master Jesus has made for us. Jesus taught us to focus on the day …
"But you haven’t seen the half of it yet, for in the same way that the Father raises the dead and creates life, so does the Son." ~~Jesus
Some days we think we have seen it all. Of course we know it isn’t true but it sure does …
“The church is the Messiah’s body, in which he speaks and acts, by which he fills everything with his presence.” ~Apostle Paul
We have a choice about what kind of church we attend. Which will it be? One where the power of …
What does God want me to do?
Jesus, the Messiah, has called me. Jesus wants me and my complete devotion. It is His desire that I do what …
“Master, I knew that you are a hard man.” ~A man to God
One of the themes I hear about almost everywhere I turn is about how good God is and what a …
