The Provocation The crowd that cheered "Hosanna" on Palm Sunday was the very same crowd who would be screaming "Crucify Him!" that following Friday. Popularity is a very fickle god. Scripture "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" (Matthew 21:9). Point to Ponder Don't be impressed by the crowds or how … Continue reading Palm Sunday – Mar. 29th
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Lent Day 39 – Mar. 28th
The Provocation We love "self-care", but the Bible calls for "self-denial." One feeds the ego; the other starves it so the spirit can breathe. Scripture "He must increase, but I must decrease." (John 3:30). Point to Ponder As we stand on the edge of Holy Week, ask yourself: What is left of "me" that is … Continue reading Lent Day 39 – Mar. 28th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 28th
"When you reach the edge of the Jordan's waters, go and stand in the river." (Joshua 3:8) The guest speaker spoke on the wisdom of trusting God and "stepping into the river." He told of a pastor who trusted God and chose to speak the truths of the Bible in a sermon despite the new … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 28th
Lent Day 38 – Mar. 27th
The Provocation We tend to be terrified of death. But for the believer, death isn't a period; it's a comma. Scripture "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" (1 Corinthians 15:55) Point to Ponder The "thought police" use the fear of death to keep people in line. But when you … Continue reading Lent Day 38 – Mar. 27th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 27th
"Each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. (Ephesians 4:25). A man was adept at beating his personal traffic tickets by lying. When he appeared before various judges in court, he would tell the same tale: "I broke up with my girlfriend … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 27th
Lent Day 37 – Mar. 26th
The Provocation We want the "blessings" of God without the "burden" of the Cross. But the burden is what keeps us grounded in the Lord. Scripture "Take my yoke upon you and learn from me." (Matthew 11:29) Point to Ponder A yoke is for work. Following Jesus is the most joyful thing you will ever … Continue reading Lent Day 37 – Mar. 26th
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