There are several ways to answer that question. One way John answers it is by giving us a series of “I am” statements Jesus made about Himself (i.e., the Bread of Life, the Light of the World, the Resurrection and Life, etc.). One way Matthew answers it is with Peter’s confession that, “You are theContinue reading “Who Is Jesus (1)”
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Drilling Down In Christ
As Paul writes to the disciples at Colossae, he is addressing a youthful church with a pagan background. Epaphras started the church there (1:7), and despite Paul’s time in the region, he hadn’t been there (2:1), which would explain why he addresses no one personally in Colossians. Although Epaphras would have filled him in onContinue reading “Drilling Down In Christ”
Colossians
Who Is Jesus (1) (1:15-20) Drilling Down In Christ (2:6-7) What Did Jesus Do? (1) (2:10-15) Reflections On The Risen Life (1) (3:1-2) Reflections On The Risen Life (2) (3:1-4) Acting Up (Colossians 3:1-4) Bumblebees And Ministries (4:16-17)
Good Gossip?
Can there be such a thing as good gossip or is that an oxymoron? I suppose it depends on how you define the word. One of the definitions Wordnik gives of gossip is, “Rumor or talk of a personal, sensational, or intimate nature.” Let’s start with the idea that a rumor is not inherently goodContinue reading “Good Gossip?”
Sexual Brokenness
We’ve seen from previous posts that sexuality was given by God to be an enriching, fulfilling part of life—thank God for creating humans as boys and girls, men, and women! At a deeper level, our sexuality finds ultimate fulfillment in the marriage relationship. God created us as social beings and we are blessed at theContinue reading “Sexual Brokenness”
Oneness In Marriage
Creation truths are those truths directly connected with God bringing the world into being. We neglect them to our poverty and ruin. One truth born in paradise concerns the purpose of marriage—out of one (Adam), God made two (Adam and Eve), so that He might join them back together as one in marriage. God’s goalContinue reading “Oneness In Marriage”
Good Things Come In Small Packages
The book of Ruth reminds us that good things come in small packages. It is a quick read checking in at just four chapters/85 verses. Furthermore, it is tucked in between more expansive books like Joshua, Judges, 1 and 2 Samuel. It almost seems like an afterthought—what is such a tiny book doing among theseContinue reading “Good Things Come In Small Packages”
Understanding Sin
1. All sin is not created equal. All sin is the same! A sin is a sin! If you say one sin is greater than another, you are minimizing sin. Well, Jesus didn’t think so. He pointedly told Pilate in 19:11, “. . . the one who handed Me over to you is guilty ofContinue reading “Understanding Sin”
Funeral For A Friend
Abraham lived a hundred and seventy-five years. Then Abraham breathed his last and died at a good old age, an old man and full of years; and he was gathered to his people. (Genesis 25:7-8) I conducted a funeral this morning. It was for a member of our church who passed away last week. He was 95Continue reading “Funeral For A Friend”
Surprised By God
The story of Ruth must have knocked the socks (or at least the sandals) off of its Jewish audience. It’s the account of a young Moabite woman who, rather than remain in a pagan land with her people upon the death of her Jewish husband, made the radical decision to accompany her mother-in-law (Naomi) toContinue reading “Surprised By God”
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