“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 Today, December 1, marks the beginning of advent – the time of preparation for remembering and celebrating the birth of Jesus. It seems appropriate to me to think on his declarationContinue reading “I Am: The Light of the World”
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Rabbi (which means Teacher) – The Jesus Everyone Can Accept
“You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am.” John 13:13 That Jesus is a teacher is perhaps the least disputable claim about himself he ever made. Even today, most people will recognize that Jesus was a great teacher. Even from a young age, Jesus was known toContinue reading “Rabbi (which means Teacher) – The Jesus Everyone Can Accept”
“I AM”
We frequently use the phrase “I am” to describe ourselves to someone we recently met. In a brief sentence we sum up something that is most important to us or to our identity. We may say, “I am Jake’s mother” or “I am Lizzy’s father”. Or “I am married” or “single”. We may say weContinue reading ““I AM””
The Seeds and the Sower
There is a parable about how each heart receives the gospel. Jesus gave the parable of the Seeds and the Sower which he then explained to his disciples. In reading it, Jesus describes different reactions people have to the Word of God. It begs the questions, “Which example are you?” “Hear then the parable ofContinue reading “The Seeds and the Sower”
This is the Will of God
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 How does this happen? How do I “rejoice always”, “pray without ceasing” and “give thanks in all circumstances”? I can’t. I never could do this on my own, and I struggle toContinue reading “This is the Will of God”
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