For His people, Colossians 1:27 tells us “God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” The ultimate glory in the universe is God in Christ radiating through the holy city New Jerusalem, which is composed with God and… Continue reading Christ is our Hope of Glory
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The Proverbs 31 Woman Part One–A Real Estate Transaction
She considers a field and buys it; from her profits she plants a vineyard. Proverbs 31:16 (NIV) When was the last time you bought a field and planted a vineyard? I’m guessing that date is close to . . . never have I ever! I’ve often found the woman described in these verses to be a source of… Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman Part One–A Real Estate Transaction
Unlimited: The Teachings Of Jesus Shed Light | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: The Teachings of Jesus Shed Light Mar 13, 2024 1389 He said to them, “Do you bring in a lamp to put it under a bowl or a bed? Instead, don’t you put it on its stand? For whatever is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed is meant to be brought out… Continue reading Unlimited: The Teachings Of Jesus Shed Light | Good News Unlimited
Where’s the Love of God in This Dark World?
On most evenings, I turn on the evening news. I want to see the the lead stories, to see if there was anything big in the world I missed while my nose was buried in crafting Bible studies. Inevitably, I’m bombarded with violence … another shooting … another looming health crisis … another round of… Continue reading Where’s the Love of God in This Dark World?
Darkness is My Only Friend. A Statement of Hope. – Bravester
Psalm 88 is a psalm about faith that is mixed with total confusion, exposed vulnerability, and a smashed heart. Because this is still faith. This psalm is different from the other 150. This is an honest part in the Bible. For a holy book, the Bible is full of too much honesty. I’m not sure how… Continue reading Darkness is My Only Friend. A Statement of Hope. – Bravester
Two Key Descriptors of a Christ-Follower
One of the more profound texts in the New Testament is found in 1 Corinthians 6:11 – “And such were some of you…” Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the… Continue reading Two Key Descriptors of a Christ-Follower
Does God see my loneliness?
She probably didn’t feel pretty. She was rejected, humiliated and perhaps manipulated. Her name is Hagar. Her sad story is recounted in Genesis 21: She and Abraham conceived a son. Sadly, because of Sarah’s (Abraham’s wife) insistence, Hagar and baby son were rejected and sent off to wandered in the desert of Beersheba. (Summary paraphrased from Genesis… Continue reading Does God see my loneliness?
To The World Where Families Are Messy
God sent His Son to the world to offer hope and salvation to humanity. But what did Jesus find when he arrived? He did not find the sons of Adam tending a garden or the daughters of Eve tending a hearth. He did not find pristine human families patiently waiting for the Lord. It was… Continue reading To The World Where Families Are Messy
Light Constitutes Us into New Jerusalem
Revelation 21:11 tells us that New Jerusalem has the glory of God, and “Her light was like a most precious stone, like a jasper stone, as clear as crystal.” New Jerusalem is the eternal lampstand shining to the whole universe. God is the unique eternal light. “God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.” (1… Continue reading Light Constitutes Us into New Jerusalem
Where Does Faith Come From?
Faith is one of the most misused words in the English language. Or maybe I should call it one of the most abused words. Faith is an incredible thing, but far too many of us make faith whatever we want it to be. We give faith our own definition and assume everyone is just fine… Continue reading Where Does Faith Come From?