The God who makes the impossible possible is shown in the lives of people in the Bible and our world today. While it is encouraging to read stories of others, you might wonder: Will God do the impossible in my life? It is always God’s work in our lives that draws people to Him or …
Jesus confronted a young man with the deception of wealth. This man sought to understand how to attain eternal life, claiming to live a righteous life. Jesus could see that the man’s love of money was a barrier. Thus, Jesus provided a way to overcome the obstacle, allowing him to follow Him. Luke 18: 22 When …
The danger of self-deception is a trap anyone can fall into. We must guard our hearts while remaining open to God’s guidance and correction. Unfortunately, we all have blind spots, and while others may easily recognize the danger ahead, we can be blind to our faults. Galatians 6:3 If you think you are too important to …
Are you seeking justification or God? I wonder this as I watch people use selected Bible verses to justify a sinful lifestyle. Many times, cultural norms are easier to follow than God’s words in Scripture. This was true in the time of Jesus. Jewish culture taught that if one was wealthy, it meant that God …
Are you prepared for the cost of commitment to being a disciple of Jesus? If you’re like me, you may not have grasped this until you became a mature Christian. The good news is that the Christian walk is often a journey of learning, and as we grow in faith, we develop a deeper understanding …
The cost of following Jesus becomes apparent as Jesus travels towards Jerusalem. Jesus knew the hearts of those surrounding Him. Some wanted a new political kingdom to overthrow the Romans, while others sought casual discipleship, and a few truly sought Jesus as their Messiah. Luke 14: 25 A large crowd was following Jesus. He turned around …
The disciples rejoiced because evil spirits obeyed them when they used Jesus’ name, but Jesus told them to focus on heavenly hope. Luke 10: 20 But don’t rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven.” [1] Evidently, some of the healings the disciples did were exorcisms. They had delegated authority …
The authority of every believer is an incredible empowerment that the Lord grants to His followers. After the joyful return of the seventy-two disciples, who celebrated their victory over demons in Jesus’ name, Jesus offers a profound insight. Luke 10:18“Yes,” he told them, “I saw Satan fall from heaven like lightning! [1]This isn’t just a …
Have you thought about the power in the name of Jesus? This gift belongs to every believer and is one of the greatest gifts God gives to each of His children. With that in mind, take time to learn about and use this gift to build God’s Kingdom. The story of the seventy-two highlights the …
Preparing for judgment is not something we like to think about, but this is the message Jesus delivers to the cities of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum. These cities witnessed many of His mighty works—healing, casting out demons, and proclaiming God’s Kingdom. Yet, despite signs and God’s words, their hearts remained hardened. It’s sad when people …