Jesus prepares to finish His part of the race. He looks for those following Him to receive the baton of responsibility. Jesus prepares them by instructing them and encouraging them. Today Jesus models effective leadership.
One of the great features of the church is that God in His goodness gives us exactly what we need. No one can do everything but each of us can do something and together everything is done. There is great wisdom and relief in knowing what one can and cannot do. For example, Larry and […]
Faithful living holds nothing back. Abraham shows how this is possible. First God challenges Abraham to trust Him. Later, Abraham focuses his attention on God. Finally he rejoices in God’s provision. While God tests Abraham’s faith, notice how he holds nothing back. Abraham lives faithfully as an example to you.
What is your most important possession? How do you protect it? Jesus describes security differently. Because the heart of security is faith, security is a matter of trust. Following Jesus requires dependent faith. Security hinges on elementary and exclusive dependent faith.
Jesus accepted an invitation to dinner. Last week we saw the conversation at the table. Now, the conversation continues outside the house. Jesus speaks about the response His invitation requires. In addition, He adds to a larger discussion about following Him. Following Jesus requires commitment. Jesus makes three demands for commitment in this passage.
Paul encourages Timothy to remember his frailty and draw on divine reserves of power. Like Timothy, you need to take a good look at the finish line approaching.
A pledge of allegiance promises loyalty to another. Your obedience signals loyalty. Today we examine King Saul’s obedience and ask where our loyalty is?
Jesus, God’s perfect Servant, has been tried, convicted, and now is about to be executed. Even in this final act, Jesus serves God. Pastor shares today the important lesson that sacrifice is the ultimate act of service.
Jesus highlights the truths your actions reveal about your heart. The elements of life you hold most dearly will affect your actions. Two truths stand out in this discussion, and Pastor highlights them while challenging you to act in a manner pleasing to God.
Do you remember looking at a children’s magazine and trying to find all the hidden objects in the picture? Some of them were easier to spot than others. Some required careful searching, but they were there! Jesus tells us that when we are looking for His kingdom, we need to look carefully. When we think […]