If we are faithless, He remains faithful—for he cannot deny himself.—2 Timothy 2:13 He Is Trustworthy This verse pictures a radically different way of living, one not natural to most of us. Most human beings buy into a view of life characterized by the “life is on your shoulders,” “you make or break your life,” … More Rest in God’s Faithfulness, Not Yours
With modern churches, at least in the US looking more and more like entertainment centers maybe it is about time to revisit the Word of God and see its example and purpose for a church. – Mike Question: “What is the purpose of the church?” Answer: Acts 2:42 could be considered a purpose statement for the … More What is the purpose of the church?
Paul in the second chapter of his First Epistle to Timothy makes two clear points here. One is one prayer and the other how believers ought to conduct themselves in and out of the church. I exhort therefore, Paul knew there were two primary parts to worship, ministering of the Word and prayer. Here he … More Devotional Thought for Today 06/04/2021
PSALM 8 Context: Mathew Henry says of this Psalm: God is to be glorified, for making known himself to us. (1,2) And for making even the heavenly bodies useful to man, thereby placing him (man) but little lower than the angels. (3-9) I am old enough to remember the days before space exploration when we … More Devotional Thought for Today – 06/03/2021
Is your city on the list? Not surprisingly all but TWO of the cities are in the Southern US. Interestingly mine is on the list and it is also the murder capital of the US (per capita). Periodically, Barna zooms in from nationally representative data on the Church to focus specifically on U.S. cities, equipping … More The U.S. Cities Most Committed to Weekly Bible-Reading & Prayer
Hebrews 9 This chapter has has one theme, the old and new covenants, with two major divisions, v.1-10 the old and v.11-28 the new. Matthew Henry further refines them as The Jewish tabernacle and its utensils. (1-5) Their use and meaning. (6-10) These fulfilled in Christ. (11-22) The necessity, superior dignity, and power of his … More Devotional Thought for Today – 06/02/2021
Interesting look at the meaning of the Lord’s Prayer Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:2-4 The Lord’s prayer is foundational teaching on prayer in the Bible. It is a prayer that has been prayed both privately as well as in corporate worship for thousands of years. The Lord’s prayer is often said in unison at our church … More The Meaning of the Lord’s Prayer
Here is a lengthy series from John Macarthur’s Grace to You Ministry blog, on Divine Compassion. Since there are 28 separate entries I suggest you read one a day for 4 weeks. Let me know which one resonated the most with you and I will respond in kind. The God Who Understands Boldly Approaching the … More Divine Compassion
John 17 This 17th chapter of the Gospel of John begins with When Jesus had spoken these things, He raised His eyes to heaven [in prayer] and said, “Father, the [a]hour has come. Glorify Your Son, so that Your Son may glorify You. (AMP) Some takeaways from today’s text: Jesus is speaking directly to God the Father, … More Devotional Thought for Today – 05/17/2021
MARK 1 Matthew Henry’s Bible Commentary (concise) breaks down the first chapter of Mark this way: The office of John the Baptist. (1-8) The baptism and temptation of Christ. (9-13) Christ preaches and calls disciples. (14-22) He casts out an unclean spirit. (23-28) He heals many diseases. (29-39) He heals a leper. (40-45) Here in … More Sunday Sermon Series – Faith and Repentance
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