The Value of Lowliness

The Value of Lowliness Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. – James 1:2 James 1:9-12 Believers who are poor have something to boast about, for God has honored them. And those who are rich should boast that God has humbled them. They will fade awayContinue reading “The Value of Lowliness”

The kingdom suffers violence

The kingdom suffers violence From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and the violent take it by force. – Matthew 11:12 Joshua 1:5-10  5 No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as IContinue reading “The kingdom suffers violence”

Godspell – what’s missing? ∙

Godspell – what’s missing? ∙ If Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins. If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. – 1 Corinthians 15:17,19 1 Corinthians 15:13-20  13 For if there is no resurrection of the dead,Continue reading “Godspell – what’s missing? ∙”

He must increase ∙∙

He must increase ∙∙ He must increase, but I must decrease. – John 3:30 John 3:27-32  27 John replied, “No one can receive anything unless God gives it from heaven.  28 You yourselves know how plainly I told you, ‘I am not the Messiah. I am only here to prepare the way for Him.’ 29Continue reading “He must increase ∙∙”

Black Swan Events ∙∙

Black Swan Events ∙∙ [The Lord Jesus Christ] was shown to be the Son of God when he was raised from the dead by the power of the Holy Spirit. He is Jesus Christ our Lord. – Romans 1:4 1 Peter 1:3-5 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. ItContinue reading “Black Swan Events ∙∙”