trying to find His way
This is my story, I was born and raised in and converted to religion. Jesus was a part of that religion, but was buried beneath it. I find myself still digging out from religious thinking and behaving. It is not easy to break free from, but when I experience the moments of relationship with Jesus,…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 18:1-14 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble…” (Matthew 18:6) Jesus is talking to His disciples about how to be great in God’s kingdom – by humbly valuing others above yourselves (Philippians 2:3). Now he…
“Three things I pray: to see you more clearly, love you more dearly, follow you more nearly, day by day.” (Richard of Chichester (1197–1253) I’ve heard this prayer before, but this morning these words hit home in a powerful way. So much so that I am making this my new daily prayer. These words may…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 18:1-14 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.” (Matthew 18:5) Jesus responds to the disciples’ question about greatness by urging them to become like little children. He then adds this thought about welcoming little children, for in…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 18:1-14 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” (Matthew 18:1) Why were the disciples asking this question? Was it an academic question, or were they selfishly seeking a way to be one of the great ones? This…
This week (April 7-13, 2025) we are focusing on Matthew 18:1-14. Pray for the Spirit of Jesus to speak to your heart. Watch the Bible Project video below (Part 2) to review the big picture. Read this chapter through a few times, with silent reflection. Make note of any words or sentences, thoughts or questions that arise….
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 17 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “But so that we may not cause offense…” (Matthew 17:27)In Exodus 30:13-16, Moses describes the sanctuary shekel.This tax was used “for the service of” (Exodus 30:16) the temple.Jesus suggests that as God’s children, they should be exempt.Though he did not see…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 17 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “They will kill him, and on the third day he will be raised to life.” (Matthew 17:23)Jesus can’t make it any clearer: he will be killed, and then raised to life.That Jesus will suffer and die fills the disciples…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 17 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage? “Nothing will be impossible for you.” (Matthew 17:20)Christians often use this verse to make bold claims or expectations.And when it doesn’t work, they blame you not having enough faith.The issue is not the strength of our faith, but who/what…
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST: Matthew 17 What do you sense the Lord saying to you in this passage?