Christ’s Victory over Social Media

Christ’s Victory over Social Media – “I can only imagine the gold mine Satan must have thought he hit when social media was invented. What a boon to capture the unsuspecting hearts and minds of young people by stealing their most valuable possession—their attention.”

Characteristics of Jesus

Characteristics of Jesus: 10 Traits for His Followers to Emulate.

Christ’s Presence Guarantees Mission Success

Christ’s Presence Guarantees Mission Success – “Jesus isn’t just along for the ride. He isn’t merely at our side, comforting us when we’re weak. No, Jesus is leading us and driving us from within.”

For Those Distracted with Much Serving

For Those Distracted with Much Serving – “God will accomplish His will with or without you. We are used to build the church. Amen! But it is fundamentally Christ who builds His church, not us. You and I are not necessary; only Jesus is.”

 

It Matters for Kids That Jesus Was a Child Too

It Matters for Kids That Jesus Was a Child Too – “Since Jesus was a child just like you, he knows what it’s like to be a kid. He was tempted in every way you are (Heb. 4:15) and he’s filled with compassion for you.”

What Does It Mean That Christ Is a Friend to Sinners?

What Does It Mean That Christ Is a Friend to Sinners? – “People sensed that Jesus loved them, even when He spoke difficult words. He was full of grace and truth. He drew them out of the night like a light draws moths.”

The Only Solution for our Sin

The Only Solution for our Sin – “On no occasion is the person asking this question ever pointed to anyone or anything other than Jesus Christ (see, e.g., Acts 2:37-41; 16:30-31; 1 Cor. 11:1; 1 Pet. 1:8-9).”

Jesus Loves Me, This I Know

Jesus Loves Me, This I Know – “He keeps us in His love (that is, secure in His heart), but He also pursues us by His love. And this may be the greatest truth of all.”

Treasuring Christ in All of Scripture

Treasuring Christ in All of Scripture – “Here are at least six ways God exalts Jesus in the OT.”

If Sin’s Penalty Is Eternal, Why Isn’t Jesus Still Suffering?

If Sin’s Penalty Is Eternal, Why Isn’t Jesus Still Suffering? – “We learn the merit, or the worth, of Christ and his suffering by looking at the achievement of it.”

How Jesus Wanted Us to Read His Gospel

How Jesus Wanted Us to Read His Gospel – “John knew Jesus, and he wanted his reader to know Jesus too; he wanted his reader to really know Jesus—to experience a lasting relationship with Christ that only comes through belief in him.”

3D Model of Herod’s Temple

3D Model of Herod’s Temple – This is a re-creation of the temple Jesus would have visited.

Don’t Miss Jesus in the Bible

Don’t Miss Jesus in the Bible – “We can read about Jesus without really seeing him. We can use him as an example instead of beholding him as a savior. We can look at Paul’s faith instead of rejoicing in his savior. We can get caught up in John’s images in Revelation and miss the Lamb worthy to open the seals.”

25 Quotes from *Friendship with the Friend of Sinners*

25 Quotes from *Friendship with the Friend of Sinners* - The quotes are really good.

The Severe Kindness of Jesus: Hearing Mercy in His Hard Words

The Severe Kindness of Jesus: Hearing Mercy in His Hard Words – “So, when you come to Jesus, certainly expect to receive his grace and kindness. But don’t expect them to always feel comforting. Because sometimes his kindness is severe and feels anything but comforting.”

To Know Jesus Is To Love Jesus

To Know Jesus Is To Love Jesus – “We sometimes make the mistake of thinking we must choose between knowledge and passion; but in fact the two feed each other, especially in relation to Jesus.” 

Remember King Jesus

Remember King Jesus – “One of the best things we can do for our brothers and sisters in Christ in an anxious age, a time filled with angst and insecurity, a moment of deep division and disorientation, is to do what Paul did for Timothy. To point people back to Christ and his kingdom.”

10 Reasons We Should Practice Solitude

10 Reasons We Should Practice Solitude – “If we are to live as true followers of Jesus, we will be intentional about the practice of solitude. Let’s look at 10 different times in Jesus’ life when he made solitude a priority.”

Jesus Gives Grace, Not Pep-Talks

Jesus Gives Grace, Not Pep-Talks – “Jesus, free us to get the help we need, the counsel we lack, and the replenishment you promise. Also, give us your compassion for fellow strugglers.” 

Christ as Light and Lens for Reading the Old Testament Well

Christ as Light and Lens for Reading the Old Testament Well – “Jesus, Paul, and John speak of God revealing a mystery to communicate how, in Christ, we gain full disclosure of things that God significantly hid from most in the old-covenant era.”