A few years into the new church age, Jerusalem was still its only location. It would take a decade or so for the gospel to break into the Gentile world, and the early years of the church were mainly spent growing and forming in the same city in which Christ died and was buried and rose and ascended. As the number of believers increased, so did the complexity of ministry. (15 Minutes/1800 Words)
Read moreGospel Scope: The Ongoing Battle (Romans 7:7-25)
Not counting little fender benders here and there, I have been in two major car accidents. Every day, I feel fortunate to be alive. In both collisions, however, I saw it coming. (25 Minutes/3500 Words)
Read moreJesus Is Better #4 -- Hebrews 3 -- Jesus Offers The Fullest Life
Hebrews 3: Jesus offers the fullest life…
So consider his superiority!
Watch out for creeping unbelief!
And partake fully of him!
Walk In Your Father’s Wisdom (Ephesians 5:17-21)
Paul next takes us into the wisdom of our Father, for he is true and right and good. As the designer of humanity, he knows how we are best satisfied. he knows where our deepest joys are found. he offers wisdom to all who will receive it.
Read moreS3: Episode 13 - Christmas Break // Season 3 Finale
As we wrap up this season, we’ll take a moment to jump back in time to listen to a previously recorded episode called “The Mission Statement of a Christ Follower". We hope this is helpful for you as you consider the new year! If you’d like to read the entire article, then you can do so here.
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See And Taste The Power Of God (2 Kings 7:1-2)
Northern Israel, during a time of egregious apostasy against God, blamed the drought and despair and death on God. He was, in their minds, to blame. Elisha wanted them to see how quickly their fortunes could turn. Repent, and God would open the windows of heaven. Prove it, they would say. So Elisha prophesied to Samaria, “Tomorrow about this time food will be sold for next to nothing. For once, supply will outpace demand. Food will be easy to come by.” (4 Minutes/600 Words)
Read moreHow To Crush Your Day (Psalm 108:2)
Mornings, it seems, are for singing. The birds know this. There is a freshness of a new day which elicits a song. But what song will I sing? The song of the gospel, of course. The song which sings of the unfathomable riches of God's love and grace. The song which celebrates him, his sovereignty, his power. (2 Minutes/300 Words)
Read moreHebrews 2:5-18 / Jesus Is Better #3 / Jesus Stepped Down So We Could Step Up
Teaching Outline for Hebrews 2:5-18.
Read moreWalk In Your Father’s Light, part 2 (Ephesians 5:14-16)
Paul, wanting to urge the church to walk in the Father’s light, uses a quotation to exhort his readers. Many think the quote is a mashup of a few exhortations in Isaiah; some think it an early Christian hymn. Paul takes it and urges, “Wake up!” (3 Minutes/400 Words)
Read moreS3: Episode 12 - Benefits Of A Sermon Based Small Group
In this episode of the Jesus Famous Podcast, we will have a conversation about Pastor Nate’s article entitled “Benefits Of A Sermon Based Small Group". You can catch more episodes like this by subscribing to the Jesus Famous Podcast. If you’d like to read the entire article, then you can do so here.
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