Jesus didn’t say, “Just listen to me.” Instead, He said, “Come and see.” (John 1:38-39) Jesus showed them “where he stayed.” He invited them into his life and demonstrated the Gospel in action. This is how he won disciples over. Matthew 4:18-22 NIV18 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two… Continue reading How did Jesus Gain Disciples?
Month: January 2023
What Does the Bible Say About Being Humble?
The first thing God detests is arrogance. Pride leads us to destruction. We must put away arrogance and put on the image of humility. The Lord who came to us is gentle and humble. May God’s word guide us to resemble his humble image. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say About Being Humble?
How to have hope when everything is going wrong. Hopeless and Depressed? Here is the Story of Bartimaeus
This is a true story. Turn to Mark 10:46-52. If you look at the Bible, some people didn’t seem likely to receive salvation, but they received it. On the other hand, the people who seemed likely to be the first to receive salvation, did not. The teachers, scribes, and educated religious leaders in the days of Jesus… Continue reading How to have hope when everything is going wrong. Hopeless and Depressed? Here is the Story of Bartimaeus
Learning to Trust God
This summer I gave myself the goal of learning to swim. Traumatized by a childhood experience of almost drowning to death, I never imagined I would swim one day. I eventually motivated myself to sign up for swim classes since I really want to be able to enjoy in water with my little ones. The… Continue reading Learning to Trust God
8 Bible Verses You Must Know Before Getting Married
Heed the following verses if you are thinking of getting married. This applies to all ladies and gentlemen preparing to wed or hoping to one day. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; 1 Corinthians 6:18Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits… Continue reading 8 Bible Verses You Must Know Before Getting Married
Having trouble reading the Bible? Here’s what you should do
Reading the Bible is a joy for Christians because they get to immerse in God’s Word and understand more about Him and His Kingdom. But not everybody feels the same way, and for some it can be hard to get into, not because they don’t have the heart to but because they have physical conditions… Continue reading Having trouble reading the Bible? Here’s what you should do
Colossians 4:2 Bible Devotional: Devote Yourselves to Prayer
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. – Colossians 4:2 NIV It is interesting to remark how large a portion of Sacred Writ is occupied with the subject of prayer, either in furnishing examples, enforcing precepts, or pronouncing promises. We scarcely open the Bible before we read, “Then began men to call upon the… Continue reading Colossians 4:2 Bible Devotional: Devote Yourselves to Prayer
Blessed to Be a Blessing
God always wants to know how you’re going to use the gifts, talents, skills and resources He has given you to advance His kingdom program, and if there is little or no concern for His kingdom you just cut off your blessing. Speaker: Tony Evans
7 Bible verses which help us build up a picture of what marriage means
Marriage remains a significant aspect of Christian life but the way that it is valued has undergone a shift in wider society. Higher numbers of couples are moving in together and cohabiting for years before even considering walking down the aisle, if they contemplate it at all. For the couples that do decide to make… Continue reading 7 Bible verses which help us build up a picture of what marriage means
Fishers of Men – Mark 1:17
“‘Come, follow me,’ Jesus said, ‘and I will send you out to fish for people.’” – Mark 1:17 Since we all know that Christ died for us and the only way for our salvation is through Him. The only way to our salvation is through having faith in Christ, and having faith in Christ means… Continue reading Fishers of Men – Mark 1:17