A finisher mindset ∙∙ I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. – Philippians 1:6 Luke 14:28-30 28 But don’t begin until you count the cost. Who would start building construction without first calculating theContinue reading “A finisher mindset ∙∙”
Category Archives: 21st Century Biblical Reflections
Maximizing the Minimum ∙∙
Maximizing the Minimum ∙∙ So the Spirit of the LORD came upon Gideon and took control. Gideon blew a trumpet as a call to arms. Judges 6:34 Judges 7:9 Now, the same night it came about, the LORD said to him, “Arise, go down against the camp, for I have given it into your hands.Continue reading “Maximizing the Minimum ∙∙”
Blind paradox ∙∙
Blind paradox ∙∙ Jesus said, “For judgment, I came into this world, so that those who do not see may see, and that those who see may become blind.” – John 9:39 John 9:35-41 35 When Jesus heard what had happened, he found the man and asked, “Do you believe in the Son of Man?”36Continue reading “Blind paradox ∙∙”
Can we be forgotten? ∙∙
Can we be forgotten? ∙∙ I have written your name on the palms of my hands. – Isaiah 49:16 Isaiah 49:13-16 13 The LORD has comforted his people and will have compassion on them in their suffering.14 Yet Jerusalem says, “The LORD has deserted us; the Lord has forgotten us.” 15 Never! Can a motherContinue reading “Can we be forgotten? ∙∙”
A fair hearing ∙∙
A fair hearing ∙∙ If they are planning and doing these things merely on their own, it will soon be overthrown. But if it is from God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God! – Acts 5:38-39 Acts 17:10-12 10 That very night, the believers sentContinue reading “A fair hearing ∙∙”