This message shows that Jesus hears everyone, but in fact responds in different ways. He is willing to receive those who come humbly, but will allow some to turn away and others will oppose, because they refuse to humble themselves. On the other hand, He is willing to receive the most unlikely. 16 But Jesus…
In this message, we see a man initially overwhelmed by the vile opposition of the world; who encounters God and declares his horror at the sins of God’s people, but who in turn is re-commissioned by God to fulfil His purposes The Lord Speaks to Elijah 9 There he came to a cave and lodged…
This message looks at the great message of Biblical forgiveness, considering its wonders and vastness alongside its limitations and cost. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 English Standard Version (ESV)
We can see that as Jesus starts His ministry on earth, He provides us with an example of how we should go about our ministry to spread the gospel. Jesus Begins His Ministry 14 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and a report about him went out through all the…
In this passage, we can see that as Jesus starts His ministry he makes a declaration about Himself and what He says, how he says it and the events surrounding it make it clear that He is he the promised Messiah Jesus Begins His Ministry 14 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit…
God is faithful in word and deed, completely trustworthy in all he says and does. What he says he does, and what he does is profoundly good. The Steadfast Love of the Lord 33 Shout for joy in the Lord, O you righteous! Praise befits the upright. 2 Give thanks to the Lord with the lyre;…
What we learn about Life after Death from this story of Jesus, illustrated by a famous sermon and a famous dream. 22 The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side.[a] The rich man also died and was buried, 23 and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes…
In this message, I want to show our security as Christians because Christ has saved us and will keep us so that we might enjoy eternal fellowship with His Son our Lord. 7 so that you are not lacking in any gift, as you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ, 8 who…
This message focuses on the final declaration of God through Haggai. There is unflinching authority in what God says. There are frightening warnings to those who ignore and despise God. There is hope and comfort for the chosen people of God, who will be used by Him against surprising opposition. Zerubbabel Chosen as a Signet…
The High Priestly Prayer 17 When Jesus had spoken these words, he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, 2 since you have given him authority over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him.…