Summary:
In the “Weekend Wind-Down,” Psalm 40:8 reveals joy in doing God’s will. Jesus exemplifies this devotion, emphasizing spiritual nourishment and living by God’s law. Emotions play a vital role in Christian life.
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Eternal Living || 1 John 5:12 || Weekend Wind-Down #16
In this “Weekend Wind-Down,” we explore 1 John 5:12’s message: Those who have the Son have life, and those who don’t, don’t have life. We learn that eternal life begins when we accept Jesus as our Savior. This relationship with God represents love and requires getting to know Jesus, entering a relationship with God, and gaining eternal life.
Messianic Promises || Matthew 16:15-16 || Weekend Wind-Down #12
In the twelfth “Weekend Wind-Down,” we delve into Matthew 16:15-16 – Simon Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah and Son of the living God, emphasizing the significance of following Jesus.
Saving Without Judgment || John 3:17 || Mid-Week Midrash #44
17 God did not send his Son into the world to judge the world guilty, but to save the world through him. The verse after the most well-known verse in the Bible. The verse that gets overlooked more than I’d like to believe. This verse says a lot. God didn’t send Jesus to judge us. GodContinueContinue reading “Saving Without Judgment || John 3:17 || Mid-Week Midrash #44”
Can You Handle the Truth? || John 8:32 || Mid-Week Midrash #25
The truth sets us free. It liberates us from falsehoods, emotional burdens, and constraints. Embracing honesty may be challenging, but the freedom it brings is worth it.
Being that Safe Space || What is Courage? || Week 2
Today’s message of our “Courageous Characters” series has us in John 3. We’re going to talk about the courage Nicodemus needed to have this conversation with Jesus. Remember our definition of courage, or the Greek word tolmao. Tolmao (tol-mah-o) is defined as courageously venturing forward by putting fear behind and embracing the fruit that liesContinueContinue reading “Being that Safe Space || What is Courage? || Week 2”
God’s Discerning Plans || 1 John 5:14 || Mid-Week Midrash #17
In 1 John 5:14, we are assured that when we ask God for things aligned with His will, He listens and cares. We can approach Him without judgment, pressure, or perfection. Asking aligns us with His plan.
No Anger, Just Love || John 3:16-18 || Mid-Week Midrash #4
God’s love is expressed in John 3:16-18, emphasizing that through belief in His Son, anyone can have eternal life. The verse highlights that Jesus was sent not to accuse, but to help and make things right. God’s conviction is intended to bring about growth and assistance, not condemnation.
Be My Neighbor || John 1:14 || Mid-Week Midrash #3
John 1:14 reveals Jesus as the embodiment of glory and generosity. The Midrash challenges us to emulate Jesus as a neighbor, urging reflection on our actions and how we can embody love for others.
Ever-Present God || John 1:1-2 || Mid-Week Midrash #2
The passage from John 1:1-2 affirms the pre-existence and divinity of Jesus, emphasizing his eternal presence, divine nature, and role in salvation for humanity.