“I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me.” (John 10:14) What does it mean to you that Jesus is your Shepherd? David gives us a beautiful picture of this in Psalm 23.We can fully trust in Him for protection and provision. He will bring us safely home! In Ezekiel 34, God contrasts…
Following Jesus — trust AND obey!
What do you think?
Got to tell someone!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Mark 1:40-45 “Instead he went out and began to talk freely, spreading the news.” (Mark 1:45) This man disobeyed Jesus, who needed Him to stay quiet so He could get around. Jesus’ command not to share is not for us; we are called to be witnesses (Acts 1:8) Can you blame this man for…
Why should I follow Jesus?
Don’t be put off by the silly way this video approaches a serious question. Whether its just trying to be cute, or to reach a certain demographic that likes this kind of thing, look beyond the form and consider the content. What do you think?
First things first!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Mark 1:35-39 “Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus prayed.” (Mark 1:35) “Let us go… to the nearby villages—so I can preach there also.” (Mark 1:38) As a follower of Jesus, we look to Jesus for guidance in how to live. Here we see Jesus prioritizing His time – His…
Desperate and determined!!!
THE STORY OF JESUS: Psalm 42 “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.” (Psalm 42:2) The Psalm writer is being challenged for his belief in God. All day long people say to me, “Where is your God?” (v.3) And this is causing him to struggle and doubt. He is desperate for God to reveal Himself….
You have called me higher!
Someone recommended this song to me as we consider the call we have received. A good reminder that this specific vocational call is part of a bigger calling. I am called to grow deeper and stronger and fuller in my life in Christ! Sitting around and waiting, playing it safe, avoiding difficulties is not our…
For me???
THE STORY OF JESUS: 2 Samuel 5-9 “Who am I, Sovereign Lord, that you have brought me this far?” (2 Samuel 7:18) As a follower of Jesus I can relate to what David says here. Who am I that I get to call God my father (2 Samuel 7:14)? How can God bless me, when like David I have my own…
‘Eerdbiedig’!?
I grew up in a traditional church where the worship was ‘reverent’. By reverent I mean formal, serious, orderly, with everyone quiet and appropriately dressed. There would be major concern if someone would have spoken out of turn… If someone expressed their worship too loudly or visibly… If someone clapped during the service or raised…
Weak in the knees before Jesus!
THE STORY OF JESUS: 2 Samuel 1-4 “And today, though I am the anointed king, I am weak…” (2 Samuel 3:39) As a follower of Jesus, I am drawn to His strength of character and depth of love. I am not drawn to Jesus because of His followers, nor because I am so strong. In fact, those who gather…