by admin | Jan 17, 2015 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ
We would like to believe Jesus fulfilled (ended) Sabbath observance by what He did on the Sabbath. In response, the Pharisees cried foul, and breaking traditional Sabbath customs was one of the charges which led to Jesus’ death sentence. But, before we can...
by admin | Jan 10, 2015 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ
Scripture reading: Ephesians 4:11-16 The obvious lesson in this Scripture is that no one person can do everything. As some have said, “Jack of all trades, master of none.” The best any one person can do is dabble a little here and there in multiple fields or...
by admin | Jan 3, 2015 | Christian Perfection, Return of Christ
Matthew 19:23-30 And Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I say to you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. 24 Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Let me close this article with the Biblical definition and understanding of the word Jesus uses for “worry” or “anxiety.” Note that every version of the Bible will translate this word differently. The general understanding or consensus is that our best modern...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
To some, this world holds a peculiar attraction. The allure of money, possessions, fame and power captivate them to the point of becoming preoccupied with achieving their goals, appearing to be successful, and accumulation of things. On the other end of the spectrum...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Scripture reading: Matthew 6:25-34 When reading through Scripture or preaching sermons, our minds tend to focus on certain verses in a passage of Scripture. The result can sometimes lead to emphasizing a verse, phrase or word that is not the true focal point. Perhaps...