Jesus presents a sequence of descriptions that portray the citizens of His kingdom. Notice how they build from brokenness to boldness. This message is more than words spoken 2,000 years ago; it applies to your life today. You can live each day in light of your guaranteed inheritance.
John highlights the important message “God is light.” Now John emphasizes another familiar message about love. This message is life-changing and life-defining. Love is transformative. Love transforms emotions into motions. John provides his audience with an illustration, an explanation, and a commendation about love.
God did not send a gift card; He sent His presence. Isaiah 7 predicts the arrival of God’s presence, and God’s presence demonstrates His love. God loves you.
Jesus provides lasting peace. Luke demonstrates three areas where peace intersects life. Jesus provides peace that pauses, passes, and praises.
What happens when others offend you? Jesus never retaliates. Truth acts as its own defense in two crucial areas of confrontation.
The search for control amid chaos is real. Some solutions provide momentary help, but what hope is there for reliable control over life’s chaos? Today’s passage highlights three people in this passage (Jesus, Judas, Peter). Jesus remains in control during life’s chaos by His unwavering trust in God. That is the key to controlling life’s […]
People of faith must celebrate. We have so many reasons to rejoice and celebrate. Too often, we fail to celebrate. However, faithful living rejoices as God provides. The hymn writer knows this is not our practice. Therefore, he asks God to “tune my heart to sing Thy praise.” Today you will notice at least three […]
“So, what’s new?” Prepare for that question as carefully as you wrap on your packages! Mary not only answers that question, but Luke records most of the conversation. After Mary shares what God is doing, her family responds excitedly. First you will hear Elizabeth’s wonder and amazement. Secondly, Mary’s excited humility shouts with praise. Together, […]
History does not repeat itself. However, people often do repeat patterns of behavior. This never-ending cycle of actions and aftermath create the feeling of deja vu. History fascinates many who seek to identify repeated behavior patterns to possible change the resulting scenarios. Opposing forces cry “Victory at any cost” or “Death before dishonor” or “Never […]
Luke draws your attention to two more responses to Jesus – the storms of life both actual and metaphorical. Luke wants you to be as impressed as the disciples: Jesus can calm any storm. He is the Prince of Peace.