What peace did Jesus offer? One of the arguments an atheist friend used about not wanting to become a Christian was that he believed Jesus came to divide families. He quoted Luke 12:51 (NIV) to back his argument: Do you … Continue reading
How do I pick up my cross and follow Jesus? I love to read my Bible and I especially enjoy reading the Gospels in the New Testament. However, Jesus said a lot of controversial and hard-to-understand things. Some days, I stop … Continue reading
How do I know which promises are for me? I have posted Bible promises all around my home and in my office at work. They can be found on picture frames, artwork, fridge magnets, and calendars. There are thousands of … Continue reading
Throughout my high school years, I worked in a bakery. David Jeremiah reminded me of this experience when he talked about “a baker’s dozen” in a radio broadcast. A baker’s dozen refers to the practice of giving 13 donuts to a customer … Continue reading
What Jesus may have said on the road to Emmaus The entire Christian faith relies on the truth of Jesus’ Resurrection. I can only imagine the jubilation the disciples and followers of Jesus must’ve felt on encountering the risen Lord … Continue reading
The meaning behind the Last Supper For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and … Continue reading
Will people still have time to repent after the rapture? Years ago, I read the Left Behind Series by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye. The entire series captivated me as it outlined what may occur during the last days. They based … Continue reading
Can a mountain be moved? Can the dead bury the dead? In the past, I struggled with reading the Bible as I didn’t understand some of what was written. Especially if I took what was written literally. For example, I … Continue reading
Thoughts on Colossians 3:23 I had a discussion with a friend about our jobs. She lamented the fact that sometimes the hiring for new positions at her workplace is based solely on seniority in the union. Qualifications and education did … Continue reading
Beware the burden of a busy mind My minister preached on two ways God gave us to live without distraction. They come from the letter of Paul to the Colossians: 1. To position our heart on things above. 2. To … Continue reading