The Parables of Jesus by William Barclay
This has previously been published under another title: And Jesus Said
Barclay’s writing style, at least in this book, is very informal and casual. It lends for easy reading and clear expression of his thoughts. He shows himself to be very knowledgable about ancient culture, and the culture [...]
Archive for May, 2007
29 May
Book Review: The Parables of Jesus
25 May
Pentecost – What A Day!
I imagine that the Day of Pentecost as recorded in Acts 2 has been talked about amongst Christians since the historical event took place. What an amazing event! So much emotion was involved in that day for so many people involved I’m sure. Imagine, the disciples are still stunned that their teacher had died and been [...]
24 May
True, Honorable, Right, Pure, Lovely, Good Entertainment? – Philippians 4:8
Philippians 4:8 – Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things.
True – not false, in accordance to the actual state of affairs, reality
Honorable – deserving of [...]
23 May
Did Jesus Think He Was God? – John 17:3
John 17:1-3 – Jesus spoke these things; and lifting up His eyes to heaven, He said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify Your Son, that the Son may glorify You, even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life. This is eternal life, that [...]
22 May
Kingdom Text – Matthew 6:33
Matthew 6:25-34 – “For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of [...]
20 May
Book Review: This Little Church Went to Market
This Little Church Went to Market
by Gary Gilley
Victor recommended reading this book to me and I’m very thankful for it. Everyone working in a church should read this book! It opens with the sad state of twenty-first century western people who are ultimately swayed by skilled marketing pulling at their identity and emotions. [...]
18 May
Book Review: God’s Indwelling Presence
God’s Indwelling Presence: The Holy Spirit in the Old & New Testaments
by James M. Hamilton, Jr.
This is a fantastically researched and written book. It was originally a thesis, and has now been published in book form. I hope to see more from this writer in the future. A good portion of the [...]
18 May
Kingdom Attribute – Justice
If asked to describe the coming Kingdom of God, how would you describe it? Perhaps you would talk about the end of wars and violence. Peace on earth extending even to the animal kingdom as arch rivals – wolf and lamb playing and resting together. The capitol city of Jerusalem will be exalted over the [...]
17 May
John 3:5 – “born of water”
John 3:5 – Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.”
In the past I have heard John 3:5 explained in a unique way. When Jesus speaks of begin “born of water” he is speaking of the natural births [...]
11 May
Divorce: Sign of the Times?
Yes, you read that correctly – it says “Life is short. Get a divorce” and then provides the phone number for a law office. Divorce is common in our culture. I remember having a conversation this week with a woman whose father has been married 5 times - including twice with the same woman. In situations [...]
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