“You of little faith, why did you doubt?” ~Jesus
Why worry? God has a plan. God is working his plan. We can trust in Him. He is in an …
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“You are the Messiah [Christ], the Son of the living God.” ~Apostle Peter
Why this is important: The Apostle Peter rightly declares the Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed one from God. Anointed …
“Watch and beware of the teaching of the religious elites.” ~Jesus
When the disciples reached the other side, they had forgotten to bring any bread. 6 Jesus said to them, “Watch and …
Is Jesus serious about what it will cost to follow Him?
Does Jesus really mean what He says? Am I to: Give up my family. Give up my money. Give up …
Is the cost of following Jesus carrying one’s cross?
Today the cross is an accepted symbol of love and sacrifice. But in that day the cross was a horrible …
Can we handle the truth about Jesus and the power of His resurrection?
The main thing: Jesus died for me and on the third day after He was buried Jesus was raised from …
Do I really have to give up everything for Jesus?
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who does …
What does it mean that Jesus is the Christ?
“Christ” means “Messiah” or “anointed one”. As the Messiah, Jesus is the one who fulfills all old testament expectations. We …
Is there a point? What is it?
Questions are great. The right one can make a difference. Try aligning your life on where the focus is on “What is …
“You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” ~Peter
I recognize and proclaim that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed King of God’s country. “Christ” means “Messiah” or “anointed …
“Upon this rock I will build My church.” ~Jesus
Jesus is building His church with people who are called out to be citizens of the country where Jesus is …
“If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow (accompany) me” ~Jesus
Jesus demanded disciples become slaves of the Master (aka Owner). This isn’t optional even though it sounds repugnant. I am a …
Second Coming – What does Jesus the Messiah say about it?
I think many followers of Jesus avoid discussing the second coming of Jesus and the rapture. I know I have …
“You will have complete and free access to God’s kingdom, keys to open any and every door.” ~Jesus
The Apostle Peter rightly declares the Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed one from God. Anointed to be King in …
Self-Denial — Is it a requirement of following Jesus the Messiah?
There is much to be said about self denial and the scripture repeats this theme over and over. Jesus is …
Jesus — Is Jesus the Messiah?
“Christ” means “Messiah” or “anointed one”. As the Messiah, Jesus is the one who fulfills all old testament expectations. I …
The Resurrection of Jesus the Messiah — Is it foretold by Jesus Himself?
I believe that Jesus, the anointed Messiah of God, was crucified in my place, to pay my penalty for missing …
Church — Disciples are sent out by Jesus the Messiah
Yikes! Many people today understand the church as a building. This is not a biblical understanding of the church. Period. …
“Keep a sharp eye out for the yeast of Religious Leaders.” ~Jesus
It is only one slight difference in an ingredient in breads. A tortilla or cracker is remarkable different from San …
“An evil and wanton generation is always wanting signs and wonders. The only sign you’ll get is the Jonah sign.” ~Jesus
Jesus is direct. Jesus has no tolerance for the religious and their hypocritical ways. I must take the warning from …
What’s the point?
Questions are great. The right one can make a difference. Try aligning your life on where the focus is on “What is …
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