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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Sacrifice

What does the perfect sacrifice look like?

November 4, 2022

This is in fact stunning. How can I characterize His sacrifice? It was perfect. There was nothing lacking in it …

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What kind of sacrifice is pleasing to God?

July 25, 2022

I really meant to, but I just got overwhelmed with everything else on my to do list and all the …

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How much are we willing to sacrifice?

October 4, 2021

So now we are down to the real issue. Jesus has laid out the case for what it takes to …

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Are we going to be to be a “living sacrifice” for Jesus? Will let Him have all our strengths that have been saved and sanctified?

July 13, 2021

What it is about: It is not about dying. It is all about living. Living the life God gives us through …

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Was Jesus the Messiah submissive and vulnerable?

July 8, 2021

The idea of a sacrificial system might seem strange to us today, the concept of payment or restitution is still …

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Who is in charge? Who’s in the drivers seat?

January 7, 2021

What matters the most: Jesus challenges us to live life with Him in charge. Now that is tough because we …

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Are we willing to pay what it will cost us?

December 30, 2020

My dad (perhaps like your dad) always reminded me  that there is no such thing as a free lunch. And …

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Why did Jesus become poor for us?

August 11, 2020

As the Son of God, Jesus the Messiah had all the riches of our Father. Yet He chose to give …

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“It is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.” ~Author of Hebrews

March 26, 2020

I live under the new agreement (aka covenant) that Jesus has initiated. This agreement was sealed by the blood of …

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“Now the main point of what is being said is this.” ~Author of Hebrews

January 31, 2020

I must understand the main thing about the main thing. The author of Hebrews lays it out for me. Jesus …

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“Through the Spirit, the Messiah offered himself as an unblemished sacrifice, freeing us from all those dead-end efforts to make ourselves respectable, so that we can live all out for God.” ~Author of Hebrews

June 8, 2019

Jesus shattered the old way of doing things. I love that. I need to hear that message over and over …

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“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

January 22, 2019

Jesus is my High Priest, interceding for me before God. Jesus is able to save me altogether, perfectly, so that nothing …

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“Please, not what I want — what do you want?” ~Jesus to God

January 4, 2019

Jesus knows what is coming. Jesus knows the the agony, not only of the crucifixion, but also the burden of …

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Obedience – Did it mean the ultimate personal cost for Jesus?

October 21, 2018

Jesus was not wrestling with God’s will or resisting God’s will. Jesus is obedient. He was yielding Himself to God’s …

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Lamb — Jesus the Messiah is Likened to a Lamb

July 5, 2018

I don’t get it. What is the big deal about Jesus being the lamb of God? They are cute and …

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Atonement — The Purpose of Jesus the Messiah’s death on Behalf of Others

June 29, 2018

The dictionary definition of atonement is satisfaction or reparation for a wrong or injury or making amends. Jesus has paid the …

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“And do not neglect doing good and sharing, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” ~Author of Hebrews

June 5, 2018

I want to please God, my heavenly Father. That is my heart’s desire. It takes sacrifice on my part. It …

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“If your hand or your foot gets in the way of God, chop it off and throw it away.” ~Jesus

January 31, 2018

How far must I go in following Jesus? I need to do whatever it takes. Nothing is more important than …

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“Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave.” ~Jesus

January 11, 2018

Jesus is clear about what is important. It is not about being a leader. It is not about who sits …

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“Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead.” ~Jesus

January 7, 2018

Jesus is clear about what it takes to follow him (i.e. be a Christian). There is no ambiguity here at …

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Jesus made the sacrifice so that I can be free.

November 7, 2016

Jesus is our Messiah and he poured out his blood for us. Jesus sacrificed his perfect and mature life for …

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“Jesus the Messiah rescued us from this evil world we’re in by offering himself as a sacrifice for our missing God’s goal.” ~Apostle Paul

February 22, 2016

I was in big trouble. I didn’t feel God’s love. I didn’t know how to love. I missed God’s goal for my life. Over …

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"Are you willing to give and be poured out until you are used up and exhausted—not seeking to be ministered to, but to minister?" ~~Oswald Chambers

August 19, 2015

What is it all about? King Jesus, the anointed Messiah, challenges to “take up our cross” and follow his lead. …

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What is God’s new plan for us?

May 25, 2015

Our Father had a new plan for us. It wasn’t based on the old plan where sacrificing could cover up …

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“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” ~Author of Hebrews

May 23, 2015

I really meant to but I just got overwhelmed with everything else on my to do list and all the …

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"He wants you to be a “living sacrifice”— to let Him have all your strengths that have been saved and sanctified through Jesus." ~~Oswald Chambers

December 27, 2014

It is not about dying. It is all about living. Living the life God gives us through the amazing sacrifice …

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Jesus speaks to the Father in our defense

October 1, 2014

Jesus speaks to the Father in our defense. Now that is some very powerful good news. We know that we …

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"If good people barely make it, what’s in store for the bad!" ~~King Solomon

September 27, 2014

Jesus is straight with us. The way is not easy. He says it over and over. Unfortunately, many in the …

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“The same people who want 60 minute worship services rent 2 hour movies; watch 3 hour ballgames. It’s about our heart’s focus!” ~ J. Bull

July 1, 2014

Oh man, this cuts to the bone. What is our heart focused on? Why are we so impatient with God? …

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What’s the point?

June 30, 2014

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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“Rich as he was, Jesus gave it all away for us.” ~~Apostle Paul

April 24, 2014

As the Son of God, Jesus the Messiah had all the riches of our Father. Yet He chose to give …

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