Matthew 2:13-15; 19-23 Common English Bible Have you ever felt fearful enough to go in a totally different direction? What caused you to go then and why? How did you know to go down that path? Paths are designed for humanity to go in a certain direction, the direction of righteousness. It takes intentional humility … Continue reading Circle the (Prophetic) Path!
Greetings Holy, Healthy and Happy People of God, As we approach a New Year, McKendree appears to have the greatest opportunity to join Jesus in the neighborhood. Thanks for being a community who trust, believe and are committed to following Jesus into places and associate with people whom most refuse to acknowledge as children of … Continue reading Look back at 2016, Look forward to 2017!
Matthew 1:18-25, Common English Bible How often do you make promises? Do you keep most of your promises? What keeps you honoring your promises? God is a God of promises! Throughout the Bible and throughout our lives, God reminds us of the promises made to Israel and to us as Gentiles. Matthew begins with spinning … Continue reading “Promise Fulfilled”
Matthew 11:2-11 Common English Bible Have you ever experienced a case of mistaken identity? Has everyone ever mistaken you for someone else? How can you know without seeing the person? John the Baptist is imprisoned and has heard about the actions of Jesus Christ. But hearing and seeing are often two different realities. John desires … Continue reading Are You the One?
Matthew 24:36-44, New Revised Standard Version As we await the second coming of Christ, we will possess the tendency to lose our hope. Matthew’s gospel directs us to live in the in-between, the present age and the new age. God has delivered Jesus Christ to effect the change needed to get humanity into paradise. The … Continue reading Stay Ready!
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