Read John 17:1-5 God’s kingdom never ends. Forever is a long time. It is hard to imagine forever today. Everything experienced in life begins and ends, even if there is no current end in sight. History shows enough endings to assure us [...]
Read Mark 10:17-27 To receive, you must first give Read Mark 10:17-27. Almost always, there is something God is asking us to give up for Him. This week you have given up your comfort, finances, vacation, and numerous things to come be [...]
Read John 8:31-36 We need God’s truth – The truth will set you free! A little truth goes a long way! As class was beginning, the teacher wanted to conduct a little experiment. Once everyone was seated, the teacher asked that they [...]
Read Mark 10:35-45; Luke 10:30-37 Servanthood is everyone’s job! Servanthood can be described as – disinterested benevolence. Disinterested is not what you may be thinking. The word here does not mean not interested. Disinterested in this context means “not receiving any benefit [...]
Read Matthew 22:1-14 Many of the parables that Jesus used were, according to scholars, were stories that were taken from neighborhood events. So, while Jesus was speaking, people were mumbling… “Hold on, I’ve heard about this event!” He certainly must have gotten [...]
Read Matthew 13:4-6 Years ago, my 5 year old son was with me in a clothing store, when I noticed that he was playfully changing the price tags on a rack of clothing. I changed them back…I think. But, can you imagine [...]
Read John 3:1-21 To live with Jesus, you must die to self. A little girl leaned into the chain link fence, watching the children play on the other side. They looked so happy laughing and chasing one another. “Would you like to [...]
This week we have a job to do. You are on the mission field, and whether you are on an island in the Caribbean or in some small town in the United States, you are a missionary this week! The Bible [...]