THE STORY OF JESUS: Psalm 15 “Whoever does these things will never be shaken.” (Psalm 15:5) Oh the joy of being perfect… that’s what this psalm is about. That leaves me out. If you want a solid, stable, God-blessed life, be perfect! According to David, these are the only people that get to enjoy God’s presence. Well…
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What is the kingdom of God to you?
Check out my friend’s blog post about her response to the question, ‘what is the kingdom of God to you?’ God is speaking through her!!! ———– KINGDOM COME… “ ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, because the kingdom of heaven is theirs’ ” (Matt. 5:3). It’s Friday morning. I wake up all groggy from a…
Macedonian explosion!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Exodus 35-40 “And so the people were restrained from bringing more, because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work.” (Exodus 36:6-7) Paul speaks about how the Lord loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7). Here we see that cheerful generosity in action, for the building of the tabernacle. I…
God is love… first and foremost!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Exodus 32-34 “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished; he punishes the children and their children for the sin of the parents to the…
What God desires for us!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Matthew 12:1-8 “For the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” (Matthew 12:8) God created us to live in and en joy His creation rest. This does not mean ‘not working’, but living life in the rest and joy of the Lord. The Sabbath day was intended as a symbol, pointing to…
Creation rest
THE STORY OF JESUS: Matthew 11:25-30 “All things have been committed to me by my Father.” (Matthew 11:27) Jesus was not the first one who could say these words. Adam and Eve could have said the same, in the beginning (Genesis 1:26-28). Back then they were God’s children, God’s image-bearers (See Genesis 5:1-3). They were revealing (reflecting as image-bearers)…
Day of consequences!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Matthew 11:20-24 “It will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.” (Matthew 11:24) It sounds like Jesus is being judgmental here, doesn’t it? But what if we are missing the heart and compassion in what Jesus is saying. Imagine a group of homeless children living in a…
Are we really listening?
THE STORY OF JESUS: Matthew 11:7-19 “Whoever has ears, let them hear.” (Matthew 11:15) When Billy Graham spoke, many people listened and responded. But if someone ordinary says something challenging, do we listen? John the Baptist was well-known, many people revered him as a prophet. Jesus frustration was that people were not really listening to John. They…
Is Gott mit uns?
THE STORY OF JESUS: Psalm 14 “God is present in the company of the righteous.” (Psalm 14:5) This Psalm is not about atheists, but about those who live godless lives. To be godless is to live as if God doesn’t matter. They do what they do because no one is watching, no one will stop them. ‘God…
Luke 13:8-9
Leave it alone for one more year. Dig around it and fertilize it. If it bears fruit next year, fine! If not, then cut it down. (Luke 13:8-9)