In Matthew 21:44, Jesus speaks of a rock, representing Himself and His will. He presents two stark choices: [Mat 21:44 KJV] 44 And whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken: but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. Fall on the Rock: This speaks of surrender. When we yield […]
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Living a Life Poured Out to Christ Is your relationship with God transactional or unconditional? Walking with God in a transactional relationship implies that your commitment to Christ is influenced by the benefits that accrue to your life as a result of your devotion. A life of surrender implies that though there will be challenges […]
READ MORE The Hundredfold Return: A Measure of Your Faith “But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.” – Mark 10:30 (KJV) This powerful verse speaks of a profound promise: the hundredfold return. But […]
READ MORE Mr. Rogers was a beloved figure, known for his gentle spirit and kind words. He famously sang, “I like you just the way you are,” and reassured children that they were “special” and “practically perfect in every way.” While his intentions were undoubtedly good, this message, taken to its extreme, contradicts a core truth of […]
READ MORE [Mat 5:29 KJV] 29 And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast [it] from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not [that] thy whole body should be cast into hell. What does Jesus mean when he makes such a radical statement? In […]
READ MORE Campaign season. It’s white-hot and currently in full swing, and with it comes the inevitable: yard signs sprouting like mushrooms, impassioned debates (or shouting matches) on social media, and attack ads that make you wonder if anyone running for office has ever done a single good thing in their life. It’s easy to get swept […]
READ MORE Held Securely in His Hands Have you ever felt lost, adrift in a sea of uncertainty? Like the ground beneath you is unsteady, and you’re unsure of where to turn next? In these moments, it’s easy to forget the unwavering truth of God’s love and His steadfast commitment to us. He reminds us, “Forever I […]
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“A man’s faith will outlive his life.” This simple yet profound statement speaks volumes about the enduring power of a life lived in devotion to Christ. It challenges us to consider the legacy we are building, not just in terms of earthly accomplishments but in terms of the eternal impact our faith will have on […]
READ MORE Men, in the world as we know it today, it’s easy to find ourselves caught in a cycle of unfulfilling desires. It has been said, “A man who lives on a level below what God intended is a slave to desires he doesn’t like, is ruled by spirits that hate him, and is destined to […]
READ MORE We often hear about the importance of a man’s public life – his career, his community involvement, his role as a husband and father. But what fuels these outward expressions of manhood? The quote, “A man who honors God privately will show it by making good decisions publicly,” points to the source: a heart devoted […]
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