Jesus presents guidelines for life that are cultural bombshells. To find value while living in God’s kingdom, you need to set your expectations wisely.
Two words communicate both joy and terror when they are heard: company’s coming. As John starts to spread this message of joy and terror, three commands stand out. Notice them today and prepare yourself for what is about to happen.
God’s goodness is characterized by His unchanging character. Notice how great God is in His goodness.
It is foolish to enter a situation unprepared. Many engage in the spiritual equivalent of trekking into the desert without adequate supplies. Paul wakes Timothy to the truth of his surroundings, instructing him to remember the calendar and prepare for difficulty.
Paul encourages Timothy to finish well by telling him to remember his training. Timothy had already learned to face difficult situations. One way Timothy would keep his eyes on Jesus would be to make Jesus his treasure. Notice two ways Timothy had been trained to do this.
Today we meet the wisest woman in the Bible. She teaches that your behavior matters by asking two important questions.
Ever face a decision with no seemingly good outcomes? David’s life teaches us to face difficulty wisely. Notice the steps he takes to proceed. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the embedded video ends abruptly. The audio contains the full sermon.
Kindness is love on display. Watch David show undeserved kindness to someone who could not repay him, and then watch something bigger happen!
How closely does your heart echo God’s heartbeat? David’s life illustrates the benefits of finding and following God’s character.
The events of Resurrection morning prove that Jesus IS Emmanuel and that God is still with us.
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