Tearing out the Roof Mark 2:1 – Now after some days, when he returned to Capernaum, the news spread that he as at home. 2 – So many gathered that there was no longer any room, not even by the door, and he preached the word to them. 3 – Some people came bringing toContinue reading “Tearing out the Roof”
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When Time Fills Up
When Time Fills Up Mark 1:14 – Now after John was imprisoned, Jesus went into Galilee and proclaimed the gospel of God.15 – He said, “The time is fulfilled and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the gospel!” I remember the times when I had appointments in the city and had toContinue reading “When Time Fills Up”
Knowledge of Salvation
Knowledge of Salvation Luke 1:76 – And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High. For you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, 77 – to give his people knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins. verse 78 – Because of our God’s tender mercy the dawnContinue reading “Knowledge of Salvation”
Mary Sang a Hymn
Mary Sang a Hymn “My soul exalts the Lord, and my spirit has begun to rejoice in God my Savior, because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant. For from now on all generations will call me blessed, because he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy isContinue reading “Mary Sang a Hymn”
Only the Living Give Thanks
Only the Living Give Thanks Isaiah 38:16 – O sovereign master, your decrees can give men life; may years of life be restored to me. Restore my health and preserve my life. 17 – “Look, the grief I experienced was for my benefit. You delivered me from the pit of oblivion. For you removed allContinue reading “Only the Living Give Thanks”
A Tent that Stays Put
A Tent that Stays Put Isaiah 33:20 – Look at Zion, the city where we hold religious festivals! You will see Jerusalem, a peaceful settlement, a tent that stays put, its stakes will never be pulled up; none of its ropes will snap in two. 21 – Instead the LORD will rule there as ourContinue reading “A Tent that Stays Put”
Beyond Explanation
Beyond Explanation Isaiah 29:13 – The sovereign master says, “These people say they are loyal to me; they say wonderful things about me, but they are not really loyal to me. Their worship consists of nothing but man-made ritual. 14 – Therefore I will again do an amazing thing for these people – an absolutelyContinue reading “Beyond Explanation”
One of Those Days
One of Those Days Luke 5:17 – Now on one of those days, while he was teaching, there were Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting nearby (who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem), and the power of the Lord was with him to heal. 18 – Just thenContinue reading “One of Those Days”
God or Baal?
God or Baal? 2 Kings 1:1 – Moab rebelled against Israel after Ahab died. 2 – Meanwhile, Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice in his upper room in Samaria and lay injured. He sent messengers to Ekron with these orders: “Go and consult with Ekron’s god Baal-zebub to find out if I’m going to recoverContinue reading “God or Baal?”
Short on Power?
Short on Power? Numbers 11:21 – Moses responded, “I’m with 600,000 people on foot and you’re saying I am to give them enough meat to eat for a whole month? 22 – What if we were to slaughter our entire inventory of flocks and herds for them? Would that be enough? What if we couldContinue reading “Short on Power?”
Where two are gathered 