John 19:30 When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Today, we take a careful look at the final words spoken by Jesus on the cross, the Greek words 'tetelestai - translated 'it is finished'. For starters, those words do not... Continue Reading →
GOD HAS THE FINAL SAY
John 8:10-11 Jesus straightened up and asked her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?”“No one, sir,” she said.“Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Go now and leave your life of sin.” Sometimes, the opinions, judgements and verdicts of others can push anyone into a state of silence where they begin... Continue Reading →
HIS COMMANDS ARE YOUR SAFEGUARDS
When you read the first five books of the Bible, especially following the story of Israel after their departure from Egypt, one reads about a very strict and prescriptive set of actions required of them. By looking at it from a distance, one could get tired and overwhelmed by the number of requirements. However, it... Continue Reading →
WHY DOES THIS GENERATION SEEK FOR A SIGN?
Mark 8:12 But He sighed deeply in His spirit, and said, “Why does this generation seek a sign? Assuredly, I say to you, no sign shall be given to this generation.” I pictured Jesus asking me this question about my generation "Why does this generation seek for a sign?", and this was my answer: "It's... Continue Reading →
NAKED BUT NOT AFRAID
1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love Perfect love has the capacity to drive out fear. Perfection in this context refers to full grown or complete love, in other words an increased understanding... Continue Reading →
NAKED BUT NOT AFRAID
1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love Perfect love has the capacity to drive out fear. Perfection in this context refers to full grown or complete love, in other words an increased understanding... Continue Reading →
NAKED BUT NOT AFRAID
1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love Perfect love has the capacity to drive out fear. Perfection in this context refers to full grown or complete love, in other words an increased understanding... Continue Reading →