In Acts chapter 16 we see Paul and Silas on a missionary journey. They are following the leading of the Holy Spirit and preaching the gospel where they are led to go. They are doing the work of God. This chapter is not a highlight reel of blessing and ease. Too often we think the… Continue reading Will You Sing At Midnight?
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Have You Purposed?
In two portions of Scripture we see God talk about purposing something in the heart. This isn’t just having a good idea or trying harder. This is a set determination. A conviction. An unwavering stance. Acts 11:23 “Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that… Continue reading Have You Purposed?
When They Hear You Speak
John 1:37, “And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.” There’s two disciples here that have been with John the Baptist. In verse 36 John says “Behold the Lamb of God!” Because of his declaration, those two disciples began to follow Christ. When others hear you speak, do they want to follow… Continue reading When They Hear You Speak
Plant the Seed
Mark chapter 4. The seed here is the Word of God. Often, I think we let it represent the Gospel. While it can, it also applies to the entire word of God. Let’s take a look at what Christ says about the Seed. In verse 15 Jesus tells us that Satan comes immediately to steal… Continue reading Plant the Seed
Don’t Get Mixed Up
Matthew 16:6, “Then Jesus said unto them, Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” Jesus gives a clear warning to the disciples, and to us. We know that leaven is used in baking and it only takes a little to change the entire outcome. Leaven is used as an illustration… Continue reading Don’t Get Mixed Up
Don’t Miss the Miracles
Matthew Chapter 17. We see 3 miracles in this one chapter. When God shows up, things happen. There’s no denying that. However, are we missing the miracles? This chapter opens with Jesus taking Peter, James, and John into a mountain. In verses 1-5 Jesus is transfigured and Moses and Elias appear. Can you imagine being… Continue reading Don’t Miss the Miracles
Thoughts From Matthew 5
Matthew 5 has an endless supply of wisdom for us, we have heard plenty of sermons from this chapter. Isn’t God just good to us? To give us His Word that we get to read and hear preached? Have you ever really considered the Bible you are holding? All that happened to give you that… Continue reading Thoughts From Matthew 5
Thoughts From Matthew 4
My focus will be verses 1-11. We have heard many sermons on this passage, most of us have read it a dozen times before. We know the high points, right? Satan tempted Jesus, we know he tempts us, too. Jesus used Scripture, so we know that’s our defence against Satan. Satan knows the Bible, too. … Continue reading Thoughts From Matthew 4
When Satan Came to Eve
Genesis 3:1 the serpent shows up. This was Satan, in the form of a serpent, coming with one agenda: to deceive. His agenda has not changed. He still seeks to deceive and destroy. The first thing he asks puts God’s command in a negative light. “Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every… Continue reading When Satan Came to Eve
Do I Need The Bible?
Is the Bible still relevant today, in 2021? Is it outdated? Is it trustworthy? Do I personally need it? Does it really apply to me? Have you ever thought or even asked these questions? Most of us have, and that’s okay. When we ask these questions, it gives God an opportunity to answer us and… Continue reading Do I Need The Bible?
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