Tag Archives: Jesus

Christmas Peace

Posted on December 6, 2019 by jim0211

During this season we celebrate Christ’s birth and reflect on the events surrounding it. While we focus on the incarnation, there are many lessons to be learned from the stories of those who walked through those times. We see how … Continue reading →

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Hope Every Day

Posted on April 29, 2019 by jim0211

Spring and Easter go together as they both speak of new life. Spring is the new life of growth after winter, when creation seems to wake from a cold slumber. The warming temperatures and lengthening days remind us of God’s … Continue reading →

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Beyond Religion

Posted on January 14, 2018 by jim0211

In today’s world, it seems harder and harder for many people to find a connection between God and church. Many feel that God has the answer to feeling fulfilled, guidance through life, release from judgment, and eternal life, but don’t … Continue reading →

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Our Conquering Messiah

Posted on September 24, 2017 by jim0211

In the first century, Jewish people had high hopes for the messiah. They expected him to defeat Israel’s enemies and free them from bondage. When Jesus appeared, those around him expected a victorious leader. Even at his ascension, the disciples … Continue reading →

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Hearing God Daily: Hebrews 1:1-2

Posted on July 2, 2017 by jim0211

This is the first of what I hope become regular posts, each listing a Bible verse related to God’s voice in our lives. I’ve been noting these for some years, and recently counted over 250 of them. So the idea … Continue reading →

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The Difference of Christian Discipleship

Posted on February 25, 2017 by jim0211

As Christians, we are to make disciples of Jesus, forming a growing group of people who become more and more Christ-like each day. To be successful at this, we need to understand what making disciples involves. Of course, it starts … Continue reading →

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Beginnings

Posted on March 20, 2016 by jim0211

Holidays like Easter give us a great opportunity to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and to reflect on the importance and reality of that historical event. It’s obvious to Christians that His resurrection is the most significant moment in … Continue reading →

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On the Plains

Posted on May 4, 2014 by jim0211

Our spiritual walks have many ups and downs. We speak of mountaintop experiences, where God’s presence is especially manifest to us. During such times we feel as if our spiritual batteries are being recharged, and we’re ready to face the … Continue reading →

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Seeing Jesus Face to Face

Posted on March 2, 2014 by jim0211

What do we mean by having “a relationship with Jesus Christ”? There’s an interesting passage of Scripture that suggests we need more than intellectual knowledge and understanding, more than religion, even more than using our gifts. It has to do … Continue reading →

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