Prophecy Fulfilled Again

Prophecy can be challenging to discern. We may wonder if it had been fulfilled, will be fulfilled in the near future, or if it will be filled in the far distant future. When we look at Isaiah, some of his prophecies fits all three. His prophecies sometimes applied multiple times. Isaiah 42 applies at leastContinue reading “Prophecy Fulfilled Again”

Rightful Response, Part 2

As we continue from yesterday, Peter continues his rightful response to the high priest. He explains what happened in a distinct, short message. Peter is merely explaining why he and the other apostles must continue to preach the gospel to the people. Peter states only the facts. Though it may seem as though he isContinue reading “Rightful Response, Part 2”

Reconciliation

What does reconciliation mean to you? Are the people you know who you need to reconcile with? Do you view reconciliation as a bookkeeping task? Do you know God reconciled you to him through Jesus Christ? Do you know what to do now that you have been reconciled? Reconciliation can be both challenging and rewarding.Continue reading “Reconciliation”

The Hour Came

Yesterday, we read that Mary had involuntarily volunteered Jesus to do something about a newlywed couple who were about to face shame for running out of wine. It was not Jesus’ responsibility to provide more wine and ward off the shame that would surely come. Yet, Jesus did something anyway. He had the servants fillContinue reading “The Hour Came”

Change Your Perception of God

Have you spent much time thinking about who God is? Have you wondered want the heavenly kingdom is like? Do you wonder who is standing before the throne of God? How would you describe Jesus, if you were asked to do so? Have you read descriptions of Him in Scripture? God can be difficult forContinue reading “Change Your Perception of God”

A Clean Heart

Do you pray daily? Do you pray more than once per day? What do you pray for? What is your most consistent request from God? Are you regularly praying that God works in your life? Are you praying he changes your heart? Are you praying for spiritual renewal? Many of us have been taught thatContinue reading “A Clean Heart”

Bad Decisions

Have you made a very bad decision with long-lasting effects? Have you ever been chastised for making a bad decision? Did you realize it was a bad decision at the time? Did you make the decision based on a selfish desire, based on what you wanted? Would you change your decision today? We all makeContinue reading “Bad Decisions”