The Invisible, Invincible Kingdom!
Our faithful service to the Lord will bring opposition and, sadly, the disappointment of seeing some people make false professions of faith. But we can be sure our service is not in vain, for Jesus promises to grow His kingdom according to His power and timing, not ours.
Four Soils ... Four Hearts
In this current age, as we await Christ's return, we are to be proclaiming God's glorious Word. As we do, we have the Lord's assurance that while many will reject the truth and some will falsely profess it for a time, others will certainly embrace it in faith and follow Christ.
A Pardon in His Pocket
If we find ourselves misunderstood and the truth we speak rejected, even when it is clear and obvious, we can take comfort in knowing this was our Lord’s experience as well. And like Jesus, we should use such occasions to warn and to teach those who resist the gospel.
Women in the Supporting Cast
Serving the Lord is not reserved for the most talented, brilliant, or capable among us. A few verses in the Gospel of Luke remind us that the Lord welcomes the worship and service of the unknown, the unexpected, and the unappealing--indeed, all who have experienced His grace.
The Prostitute and the Pharisee
To ignore one's sin is to ignore the most basic problem in life. To ignore Jesus Christ is to ignore the only means of forgiveness of sin. Spiritual peace and rest come only through faith in Him.
Imprisoned in the Dungeon of Doubt
Difficult circumstances and unfulfilled expectations can cause us to doubt God’s plan and purpose. They should also drive us to God’s Word, which answers our doubts with His promises.
Death Interrupted
Jesus' miraculous works were designed to reveal who He is, but they were also acts of divine compassion. He sympathizes with our grief and suffering, and that is the standard He sets for us as we deal with hurting people and offer them the gospel of Christ.
To Judge or Not to Judge?
A life built on Jesus Christ will have a profound impact on our thoughts, motives, attitudes, and actions. The conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount reveals various areas in our lives where Christ’s transforming work should be evident.
When Your Heart Lives at the Bank
Possessions have the potential to take possession of us! Jesus does not condemn wealth and possessions, but He offers strong warnings against making any material things the priority in our lives.
"Lord, Teach us How to Pray"
Only when we understand and acknowledge God's character and priorities can we properly pray for our own needs. The Lord's model for us gives the right perspective and balance for our prayers.