People seemed to follow Jesus wherever He went – to towns and villages, hills and mountainsides, streets and synagogues. Perhaps most went after Him to see the miracles and healings. Many might have been curious about his teachings. Some may
Jesus is Full of surprising opportunities, fresh hope, and new life. Consciousness of time jumped dramatically in the eighth century when Pope Paul I gave the Frankish King Pepin the Short a water clock that operated an alarm. The clock,
Anxiety, worry and tension are some of the most destructive forces we can face. They sap our strength and slowly undermine our faith, keeping us from maturing in the Lord (Luke 8:14). If we are to grow in our relationship
There are two competing forces that stir up discontent within us. On one hand, we live in a society and economic system that runs on discontent. From start to finish, businesses work hard to fuel within us a desire for
Have you ever felt like nothing you try seems to work? Do you find yourself at a crossroads, feeling tired, discouraged, or even broken? When you reach a point where everything you’ve done has failed repeatedly, it’s easy to lose
Prayer is one of the most fundamental aspects of Christian life. It’s our lifeline to God, a way of approaching Him with anything and everything. As such, prayer can take on many different forms. It can be a source of
The question the Holy Spirit left on my heart after reading this whole chapter was as convicting as it was clear. Jesus had run off most of the enormous crowd that had followed him for several days (John 6:66). Despite
Holding her hand, he said to her, “Talitha koum!” (Mark 5:41) He took the children in his arms, placed his hands on them and blessed them. (Mark 10:16) Touch is vital to our survival. Psychologists tell us it is our
The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God… (Mark 1:1). Which is your favorite Bible gospel? ___ Matthew and his focus on Jesus’ teaching and fulfillment of prophecy? ___ Mark and his fast-paced
Times have been tough. The situations in which you may find yourself could be fraught with difficulties. And in moments of despair, tears could well up in your eyes. “What has happened to me?” you could ask. Your thoughts slide
In Mathew 7:7, Jesus teaches us about asking Him for what you want. When you knock, Jesus says the door will be opened, when you seek you will find. But are you knocking? Are you looking for Jesus to help
God’s efforts are strongest when our efforts are useless! I want you to listen to some revealing dialogue between a man who’d been paralyzed for years. Jesus encounters him at the pool of Bethesda where he’d gone hoping to get
Have you ever stood at the threshold of what feels like “not enough”? The money doesn’t stretch, the job doesn’t satisfy, the opportunities seem locked behind Read More »
If you’re like most people, You’ve been holding on for so long… but nothing’s changing. You’ve tried everything you know how to do, but it’s still Read More »
“How many of your New Year’s resolutions have you broken in the past?” I asked church-goers that question this past Sunday morning. Church began only ten Read More »
Dear Disciple, The apostle Paul talked about My church as My body, with Me as its head (Ephesians 5:23; Colossians 1:18). His point was that the Read More »
Dear Disciple, The promise of today’s verses focuses on your answer to one question: Do you believe? Do you believe that the Father took My lifeless Read More »
Consider this, If you quit, Jesus can’t help you! He will help you if you keep trying to help yourself!