We have dreams. We envision goals. We imagine works we would like to accomplish in our lifetime. We develop mental images of ways the Lord may use us. And if we have the openness and willingness toward those things, that is wonderful. However, the most awesome thing about this is what God may desire and is able to do … [Read more...] about POWER PASSAGES! (Part 11 of 11)
Jesus
…But Not of the World
Jesus wants us to spread His gospel (Matthew 28:18-20), be a good Christian influence (Matthew 5:13), and also be a good Christian example (Matthew 5:14-16) while we are in this world. In 1 John 2:15, the apostle John says however, “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him” (ESV). That seems to be a … [Read more...] about …But Not of the World
Being in the World…
Before Jesus was crucified, He made a three-part prayer (John 17). First, He prayed for Himself and that His Father would be glorified in the work He had done and was about to do. Second, He prayed for His disciples who were to spread the gospel message through the help of the Spirit. Third, He prayed for those that would follow them and His teaching. That would be the … [Read more...] about Being in the World…
POWER PASSAGES! (Part 10 of 11)
Sunscreen! Sunglasses! Umbrellas! Safety glasses! Armor! Bullet-proof vests! What do these have in common? They all provide a protective shield against something. Protection from the elements. Protection from flying objects. Protection from life-threatening forces. Life presents many situations where some type of protection … [Read more...] about POWER PASSAGES! (Part 10 of 11)
POWER PASSAGES! (Part 9 of 11)
Sunscreen! Sunglasses! Umbrellas! Safety glasses! Armor! Bullet-proof vests! What do these have in common? They all provide a protective shield against something. Protection from the elements. Protection from flying objects. Protection from life-threatening forces. Life presents many situations where some type of protection … [Read more...] about POWER PASSAGES! (Part 9 of 11)
