The apostle Paul is known for his ability with the ancient Greek language used in the New Testament. He would create words and phrases that were full of meaning and hijack other words, such as the Greek word for Gospel, and use the for Christ’s glory. It is because of the heavy meaning found inContinue reading “The Faith of Jesus Christ”
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Not willing that any should perish.
Last evening in service we had one of our directors of a foreign mission field. It was great to hear of the work being done, challenged by devotion despite oppositions, and the significant needs across the world. The greatest need of all is the salvation that only comes through faith in Jesus Christ. The LordContinue reading “Not willing that any should perish.”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#18)
One of my favorite stories is the Chronicles of Narnia. In The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, the children are talking about the Christ-like figure, Aslan the Lion. The conversation goes, “Aslan is a lion- the Lion, the great Lion.” “Ooh,” said Susan. “I’d thought he was a man. Is he quite safe? IContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#18)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#16)
There seem to be evil men in every generation. Pharaoh of Egypt, as we will read, committed terrible acts because of jealousy and fear of God’s people. In the middle of these tragic events, God would raise up a deliverer. The Story of the Bible now introduces us to Moses, the man God would useContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#16)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#15)
Have you ever had to keep a surprise hidden but couldn’t keep it secret because you were so excited to share it? I remember one year at Kohl’s, I set inside the car with our baby boy while my wife and three or four-year-old daughter went Christmas shopping. When they came out of the store andContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#15)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#14)
God does not point out our sin to laugh at us or scorn. Instead, he reveals our issues so that we can deal with them appropriately. That is, to be cleansed and forgiven. In the story of Genesis, the brothers need to make a second trip to Egypt. They will face their sin one wayContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#14)”
Scripture Reading Challenge (#10)
God can transform people. We are about to see that take place in the life of Jacob. After many years away from his family, Jacob is about to return home a changed man. He now has a family and many possessions. He fears, however, for his life and is willing to sacrifice all of itContinue reading “Scripture Reading Challenge (#10)”