This episode is an identity account—one where the disciples come to terms with Jesus' identity. In this story, they gain a massive clue he is the God of Glory, the Holy One, the Creator and Sustainer of all flesh. They will walk away, amazed by Jesus. (11 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read moreJohn 20:24-29—He's Worthy
[Easter Sunday 2022 Message] John 20:24-29—He's Worthy
Read moreArchival Post: Faith Clings to Greater Blood
Plague after plague rained down on Egypt. God made it obvious; He was the God of the Hebrews. His judgment released upon the Egyptian gods and their worshipers, and the Israelite people were saved. Still, Pharaoh would not soften his stance, and instead hardened his heart. God respected his decision, hardening his heart for him. Like an immovable stone, Pharaoh's mind was made. He would not let the people go.
Read moreThe Life of David: Go Into the Undesirable (1 Samuel 20)
God is before all things, created all things, upholds all things, is above all things, owns all things, and is the rightful ruler of all things. “Whatever the LORD pleases, he does, in heaven and on earth, in the seas and all deeps” (Psalm 135:6). We call this the sovereignty of God. He is in control, which is good to understand, for we are not. (12 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read more07 Exile Love -- 1 Peter 1:22-25 -- The Grace of Exile #07
# 07 Exile Love -- 1 Peter 1:22-25 -- The Grace of Exile
Read more06 Exile Motivation -- 1 Peter 1:17-21 -- The Grace of Exile #06
06 Exile Motivation -- 1 Peter 1:17-21 -- The Grace of Exile #6
Read moreExile Mentality -- 1 Peter 1:13-16 -- The Grace Of Exile #05
Exile Mentality -- 1 Peter 1:13-16 -- The Grace Of Exile #05
Read moreExile Salvation -- 1 Peter 1:10-12 -- The Grace Of Exile #4
Exile Salvation -- 1 Peter 1:10-12 -- The Grace Of Exile #4
Read moreExile Trials -- 1 Peter 1:6-9 -- The Grace Of Exile #3
Exile Trials -- 1 Peter 1:6-9 -- The Grace Of Exile #3
Read moreThe Life of David: Borrowed Victory (1 Samuel 17)
So far, in our journey with David, we've seen his earliest years. God had called and anointed David, and the early signs of God's blessings were upon him. But it is at this point a dilemma arises -- How would He elevate a young teenage boy into Israel’s limelight? How would He get the heart of the nation to be for the God-hearted man, David? Goliath was God’s answer. (10 Minutes/3000 Words)
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