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Getting to Know Jesus: Mark 11
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Mark 11As the shortest of the four gospels found in the New Testament, Mark is a simple yet action-packed gospel. Mark writes with a sense of urgency. A sense of imminence. A sense of time running out. This sense of urgency might have been linked to his friendship with the apostle Paul, who is recognized for…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Acts 9:1-22
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Acts 9:1-22The book of Acts describes the acts of the apostles following Jesus’ ascension into Heaven. It records the history of the church’s first years, as penned by Luke, and the outworking of Christianity in the first century. Acts includes vivid and engaging stories that illustrate the first-century apostles sharing the good news of Jesus, embracing…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Philippians 2:1-11
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Philippians 2:1-11Paul wrote his letter to the Philippians while imprisoned for preaching the gospel in Rome. Formerly a man who persecuted Christians, a conversion experience on the road to Damascus wrecked his whole purpose in life. He met Jesus right then and there. Saw the radiance of His glory. Felt the magnitude of His presence. And…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Matthew 8 (*Earlier post…Not a part of Matthew book study)
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Matthew 8 (*Earlier post…Not a part of Matthew book study)The gospel of Matthew is the first of four gospels in the Bible to record the story of Jesus’ life and ministry. Each one has its distinct style and point of view, as Matthew in particular emphasizes Jesus’ Jewish heritage. In doing so, Matthew wants His audience to know that Jesus is in fact the…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Hebrews 1
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Hebrews 1Hebrews remains a significant book of the Bible. Given the title, it is addressed to Hebrews, or Jews, who struggle with the tension between Jewish tradition and faith in Christ. But Hebrews is relevant to all because it points out that the “old way” of doing things is never enough. Not the “old law.” Not…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Revelation 1
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Revelation 1Revelation is one of my favorite books of the Bible to read. Granted it’s a little confusing at times. And a lot to take in. But it’s an intriguing read. It talks of prophecies and the return of Christ, the tribulation and the 1000 year reign, heaven and the obliteration of evil, with detailed descriptions…
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Getting to Know Jesus: John 4
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: John 4I love reading the gospel of John because his gospel is a little different than the other three, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. John’s gospel paints a portrait of the Savior Jesus as both the lion and the lamb. He is God incarnate. Human but divine. Powerful but humble. While the other three gospels also portray…
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The Problem with Shows like The Bachelor and The Bachelorette
Read more: The Problem with Shows like The Bachelor and The BacheloretteIn my teens, I admit I watched The Bachelor and The Bachelorette religiously. It was normal and popular and attention-grabbing. All my friends watched the show. All the magazines were talking about it. What could it hurt? I used to be confused when my dad would get mad at me for watching it, asking that…
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Getting to Know Jesus: Luke 9
Read more: Getting to Know Jesus: Luke 9As a Christian, getting to know Jesus personally is the goal of our faith. It changes everything. And as we get to know Him more and more, we are transformed into His likeness through the Holy Spirit working within us. What a beautiful thing! Reading the Bible especially helps us to learn more about Christ…
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Small Steps of Victory
Read more: Small Steps of VictoryDaily life as a Christian can be an overwhelming undertaking at times. There are decisions that require us to sacrifice and trust, there are moments when we must turn the other cheek, moments when we must forgive and let go, there are relationships that we must foster and give preference to over ourselves, and there…