Tag Archives: Jesus

Humility

September 30 Humility  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 107:17-22 | Isaiah 60:1-62:5 | Philippians 1:27-2:18 | Proverbs 24:11-12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 2 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very natureGod, … Continue reading

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Cleaning Up the Mess

Until we see the mess we’re in, we don’t see our need for the remedy to our situation. Continue reading

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The Humble King

The way of greatness in the kingdom is found in the towel. It is the way of the King who humbles himself to meet the needs of the servant. It is an example he intended for us to follow. Continue reading

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Behold the Lamb of God

Jesus, the exalted Messiah and King; the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world; He is worthy of our praise. Worship him from the depths of your heart! Continue reading

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Message of Life

He demonstrates life lived to the full and calls all to a relationship with him that brings life abundant and eternal. Then he demonstrates his incredible love by dying on a cross to bring us forgiveness and life eternal. Continue reading

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Time Well Spent

Likely weary from a day of teaching and ministry, Jesus finds a solitary place—and as was his practice—he spends extended time in prayer. Clearly this is a pattern rooted in delight rather than duty—this is a time and place set apart to enjoy fellowship with his Father in prayer. Continue reading

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Rest

Finding our home in his grace, we can stop striving in your own strength and power. Finding our security in being his dearly loved child, we are free to take up his yoke and learn from him. Giving up on our futile self-effort, we find rest; rest for our souls. Continue reading

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Robbing of It’s Purpose

The temple was designed by God to be a place of worship and prayer for all of God’s people. It was to be a house of prayer for all nations. But somehow it lost its focus; it was robbed of its purpose. Continue reading

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Who is My Neighbor?

But what does it mean to “love your neighbor?” Or as Luke’s gospel asks: “Who is my neighbor? Continue reading

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Everything Changes

When Jesus steps into the boat everything changes. Continue reading

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