Rather than my adjusting to the culture around me, can I adjust to God’s world?
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Tag Archives: Messiah
“Build yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God” ~Jude
There are some things to be careful about. I must take responsibility for building myself up. In fact, I can listen to my-self, …
How much of our time is mere busywork?
I am interested in how much of my time is “mere busywork”. Now stuff has to get done; there is …
Is Jesus interceding for us with God?
God’s love for us is astounding. That is all there is to it. He sent his son Jesus to redeem …
“The mystery hidden for ages and generations but now revealed to his saints.” ~Apostle Paul
The message is simple. The message is Jesus, the anointed Messiah, King of God’s world. It is only about Jesus. …
Perhaps figuring out what matters most matters most!
There are a lot of things that do not really matter at the end of the day. Who won the …
Why is Jesus not going to change?
Jesus is both Savior and Master. Who He was yesterday is who He is today and is who He will …
“For in one Spirit, we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
It is only through Jesus the Messiah that we have true equality. It isn’t achieved by any other means. It …
“I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.” ~Jesus
We start out as slaves. Our path to maturity starts with servitude and obedience. I saw this in my relationship …
“He who believes in the Son has eternal life.” ~Jesus
I know the end of the story. I know that Jesus is the anointed one of God and is in …
“I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” ~God
How often do I dwell in the past? Remember the time …. Ah, the good old days! I know I …
“Know for certain that God has made him both Master and the Messiah, this Jesus whom you crucified.” ~Peter
It is clear. There is no room for doubt. We must accept the facts. Jesus is Master. Jesus died, was …
“For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.” ~Apostle Paul
Why this is important: This is something to think about. Paul is very strong in what he says. We must …
“This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well-pleased; listen to Him!” ~God
I believe that Jesus, God’s anointed King (aka Messiah) is God’s Holy Son. Jesus is God’s Son in that He …
“Yet wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.” ~Jesus
The main thing: Paul tells the church that the spiritual blindness of Israel is a “mystery” that had not previously …
“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 …
What did Jesus know was going to happen?
Jesus came to Bethany the day before Palm Sunday. This actually starts our most holy week! In the Orthodox church, …
Do we know who Jesus is? Will we tell others?
Jesus challenges us to know who He is. He is clear. He is straightforward. He is the Messiah. The woman …
Is Jesus God’s Anointed One (the Messiah)?
The origin of anointing was from a practice of shepherds. Lice and other insects would often get into the …
Why leaders push for position? Why do demagogues and delegates meet for summit talks, the God-deniers, the Messiah-defier?
King David understood terrorism very well. He was in battle after battle for his life and his men. He defeated …
Is Mary’s pregnancy Spirt conceived?
Joseph had a lot to deal with. What to name the Son of God wasn’t one of them. God’s angel …
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 Jesus the Messiah, the anointed one of God? Or is it Mr. Christ?
Christ is not the last name of Jesus. Jesus is the Christ. Jesus is the anointed one of God. Jesus is …
Are we taking Jesus too seriously?
That Jesus didn’t command everyone to sell everything gives comfort only to those He would say that to. God is God. …
Will we regret it if we make a run for God?
There a lot of things in life we all regret. They are the could of, would of, should of of …
Is Jesus the Messiah God’s ultimate miracle and wisdom all wrapped up in one?
Different cultures and religions have unique views of God. There is only one message though. That is the message of …
“You know of Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed Him with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.” ~Apostle Paul
“Christ” means “Messiah” or “anointed one”. As the Messiah, Jesus is the one who fulfils all old testament expectations. Is …
God has a plan. He uses if for His glory. He uses it for our redemption.
Jesus was performing many signs and wonders. The raising of Lazarus from the dead capped it off. That had everyone …
“A man is not justified by the works of the Law but through faith in the Messiah Jesus” ~Apostle Paul
I fall into the trap of thinking that if I just follow the rules, I will be seen as good …
“Jesus is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called might receive the promise of the eternal inheritance.” ~Author of Hebrews
There was an old agreement (aka covenant or testament). I wasn’t a party to the old agreement. Jesus has initiated …
“For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of God Most High, met Abraham and blessed him as he returned from defeating the kings.” ~Author of Hebrews
It is an essential question for me to deal with. Who is Jesus? He is the Messiah, the anointed one …
“These men who have turned the world upside down have come here too.” Thessalonian city officials
I need to stay focused on the essential message of the good news of Jesus. Paul understood that and shows …
“Who do you say that I am?” ~Jesus
Jesus has questions of me. One of the most important is who do I think He is. He isn’t going …
“Who do people say that I am?” ~Jesus
Jesus’ reluctance to be known as the Messiah is probably due to Jewish misunderstandings of the Messiah’s true role. One …
“I am Jesus, the One you’re hunting down. I want you to get up and enter the city. In the city you’ll be told what to do next.” ~Jesus to Saul
Saul is on a mission. It is not a mission for God though. The religious elites were out to destroy …
What does Jesus the Messiah’s spiritual anointing from God mean to us?
“Christ” means “Messiah” or “anointed one”. As the Messiah, Jesus is the one who fulfils all old testament expectations. Is …
“In whose case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelieving so that they might not see the light of the good news of the glory of the Messiah, who is the image of God.” ~Apostle Paul
The glory of God is the beauty of His spirit. It is not an aesthetic beauty or a material beauty, …
Why is Jesus the Messiah called Savior?
God’s work of salvation is accomplished supremely through the cross and resurrection of Jesus the Messiah. Because of Jesus, I …
“For we are His workmanship — spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used for good works, which God prepared for us beforehand.” ~Apostle Paul
I am a part of God’s “new creation” (2 Cor. 5:17), and God continues to work in me to make …
“An account of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the Son of David, the Son of Abraham:” ~Matthew
It is important for me to know about the Messiah. Matthew wisely starts with the facts of the genealogy and …
“Here is your king.” ~Pilate about Jesus
Pilate gets it right. Jesus is King. God has anointed Him, as the Messiah, as King of God’s country. Most …
Why did Jesus demand that his identity as the Messiah should not be publicized?
Jesus’ reluctance to be known as the Messiah is probably due to Jewish misunderstandings of the Messiah’s true role. One …
“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 …
“If I’ve said something wrong, prove it.” ~Jesus
Jesus has been arrested. He is brought before the religious elites. The Jewish leaders are going to convict Him. The …
“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 …
“Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” ~Jesus
I believe that Jesus, the anointed Messiah of God, was crucified in my place, to pay my penalty for missing …
Where does holiness come from for followers of Jesus?
Holiness comes from God and specifically the sacrificial death of Jesus for our having missed God’s goal for our lives. …
“Who is the liar? It is the man who denies that Jesus is the the Messiah.” ~Apostle John
The truth is a person. The truth is Jesus. He is the anointed one and Messiah. Jesus is King of …
Baptism – Does sprinkling with water symbolize spiritual cleansing?
I must prepare myself spiritually to fellowship with God. The Old Testament priest had to go through various washings and …
Children of God — How does it happen? What role does the Spirit of God play?
I am so glad that God has adopted me. Jesus has broken the bondage of slavery and given my His …
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 …
“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 …
“Jesus the Messiah might demonstrate His perfect patience as an example.” ~Apostle Paul
God is very, very patient with me. Jesus the Messiah is perfectly patient. I am so thankful for that. Where …
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 …
Denial of Jesus the Messiah — Will Jesus will deny us?
I can’t deny Jesus. It is very, very dangerous. I have been warned by Jesus. I don’t want Jesus to …
Did some religious elite appoint me as a spokesperson for Jesus?
I am astounded at how many companions in faith I have. Due to the power of the world wide web, …
“I who speak to you am the Messiah.” ~Jesus
Jesus is the anointed King. Jesus is the anointed Priest. Jesus is the anointed Prophet. Jesus is anointed by the …
Son of God — God Proclaims it and Jesus the Messiah Affirms It
Jesus, the Messiah, is the Son of God. God says it and Jesus affirms it. As the Apostle John says …
New Covenant — Jesus the Messiah, the Mediator of the New Covenant Sealed in Jesus Blood
What is a covenant? A covenant (διαθήκη diathēkē) is an agreement or contract between two parties. In the scriptures, it …
Denial of Jesus — The Jewish People Rejected Jesus
Denial is the making of a conscious, informed decision not to accept Jesus as the Messiah or his claims and …
“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. …
Justice — A Quality Displayed in Jesus the Messiah’s Life
Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …
I am a Devoted Slave of Jesus, the Messiah
My role is one of a slave. I am a devoted slave of Jesus, the Messiah. Really? Yes, a slave. …
Jesus is the Messiah — Are you sure it isn’t Mr. Christ?
We hear Jesus Christ all the time. Sometimes it is even said in a profane way. So, is it the …
Resurrection of Jesus the Messiah — It is Foretold In Scripture
Scripture presents conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body. The …
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? …
Love — The Love of God is Revealed in the Cross of Jesus the Messiah
Jesus demonstrated His love for me by dying on the cross so that I can be reconciled to God the …
Joy — The Holy Spirit gives Joy to Jesus the Messiah and to Those who were Anticipating His Birth
The Holy Spirit brings joy to believers, giving them an inner contentment and happiness which is not dependent upon external …
“And you—what are you saying about me? Who am I?” ~Jesus
Jesus asks me lots of questions. This one gets to the core of the issue. Who is Jesus? Jesus and …
Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ τοῦ Θεοῦ, ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν
Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ τοῦ Θεοῦ, ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν Translated: “Master Jesus the Messiah, Son of God, have mercy …
“At just the right time, when we were still powerless, the Messiah died for the ungodly. God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, the Messiah died for us” ~Apostle Paul
Good Friday, also known as “Holy Friday,” is the Friday immediately preceding Resurrection Sunday. It is celebrated traditionally as the day …
“Let her alone, so that she may keep it for the day of My burial.” ~Jesus
Jesus came to Bethany the day before Palm Sunday. This actually starts our most holy week! In the Orthodox church, …
“Don’t you know anything? Can’t you see that it’s to our advantage that one man dies for the people rather than the whole nation be destroyed?” ~Caiaphas, the Chief Priest
God is God. God can do anything he wants. The religious leaders were trying to figure out how to do …
“Long enough, God — you’ve ignored me long enough.” ~King David
King David knows he can speak honestly with God. King David is clear about his despair. He feels like God …
“The kingdom of God doesn’t come by counting the days on the calendar.” ~Jesus
When will God’s country (aka the kingdom) come? That was and is the big question. The Messiah (the Anointed One) …
I am compelled, by Jesus our Master, to drop everything that takes me away from talking and writing about the good news of life of salvation
I am compelled, by Jesus our Master, to drop everything that takes me away from talking and writing about the …
“Where is the Messiah supposed to be born?” ~Herod
Follow this. This is not what we envision on Christmas. Christmas has become all about “what did I get for …
“I told you, but you don’t believe.” ~Jesus
What Jesus says is very clear and very direct. Jesus doesn’t leave me guessing. Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed …
“The book of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham.” ~Matthew
This Jewish man turns to Jesus the Messiah and explains why in a way you never heard before! The book …
“When we were with you, we made it quite clear that there was trouble ahead.” ~Apostle Paul
Being a part of the world of Thanks-Living means we know about trouble ahead but are thankful none the less. …
“In his Son, Jesus, he personally took on the human condition, entered the disordered mess of struggling humanity in order to set it right once and for all.” ~Apostle Paul
It was God’s plan not to mess around any longer. God decided he would end the “I’ve missed God’s goal …
“My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” ~Jesus
Jesus experienced the ultimate. Jesus took on the penalty for our missing God’s goal (i.e. sin). Jesus died for our …
“Why are you thinking these things?” ~Jesus
Jesus knows what I am thinking in my heart. I may not have said it but he knows. Jesus has …
“You will have the poor with you every day for the rest of your lives. Whenever you feel like it, you can do something for them.” ~Jesus
A woman anoints Jesus with a very expensive perfume, worth a years salary. She does it as an act of …
“If a living relationship with God could come by rule-keeping, then the Messiah died unnecessarily.” ~Apostle Paul
I grew up in a “rule keeping” church. It was pretty clear that if I didn’t do certain things I could …
“If you say so.” ~Jesus
Pilate had heard the “accusations” from the Jewish leaders. He was trying to figure out what to do with Jesus. …
“Why are you giving this woman a hard time?” ~Jesus
Why do I give others a hard time? Why do I get furious with them? What have they done to …
“And you—what are you saying about me? Who am I?” ~Jesus
Jesus knows how to get to the heart of the matter. It is a simple question. Jesus wants to know …
“Father, forgive them; they don’t know what they’re doing.” ~Jesus
Jesus knows what is important. In his death, and then resurrection, he showed us. Jesus wasn’t the only one crucified …
“Don’t set people up as experts over your life, letting them tell you what to do. Save that authority for God; let him tell you what to do.” ~Jesus
Jesus takes off after the religious leaders and scholars. He does it all the time. I think he wants me …
“Father, it’s time.” ~Jesus
Jesus is done with his mission. Jesus has presided over the last supper. At this time, what does Jesus have …
“We saw it, we heard it, and now we’re telling you so you can experience it along with us.” ~Apostle John
John was one motivated man of God. He saw first hand the unique relationship Jesus had with God. Jesus and …
“Know this: GOD (Yahweh), your God (Elohiym), is God (Elohiym) indeed, a God you can depend upon.” ~Moses
It means a lot that God is God. At first, when you think about it, that sounds redundant. Of course …
“It’s not possible for a person to succeed—I’m talking about eternal success—without heaven’s help.” ~John the Baptizer
I like to think I can do it all myself and that I don’t need any help. I need to …
“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 …
“I must get rid of the underlying idea that I can ever be right with God because of my obedience.” ~Oswald Chambers
What can I do to get right with God? Nothing. Nada. Zip. Not a single solitary thing. I have the …
“This kingdom of faith is now your home country. You’re no longer strangers or outsiders.” ~Apostle Paul
We have a home that God is building and we are the bricks He is using us to make His …
“Watch what God does, and then you do it. Mostly what God does is extravagantly love you.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus said He only did what He saw the Father doing. So, what is the Father doing? Mostly just finding …
“I’m up again—rested, tall and steady, fearless before the enemy mobs coming at me from all sides.” ~~King David
In God, i have rest. Even though i know i am at war, I rest, confident that God will see …
“We’re not keeping secrets; we’re telling them. “ ~~Jesus
Jesus was into full disclosure and transparency. What He saw His Father doing is what He did. No cover ups. …
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