Category Archives: king

Dinged Up Disciples

“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death?” Romans 8:35, NLT A … Continue reading

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Significant Worship

A Psalm Study, 108:1-6 A Song. A Psalm of David.  1 My heart is confident in you, O God;       no wonder I can sing your praises with all my heart!  2 Wake up, lyre and harp!       I will wake the … Continue reading

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Learning Obscurity, Part Two

I continue to “rake the coals.” The topic is “Becoming Obscure: Just like Jesus.” My main contention is this– our understanding of discipleship has too much “me, and not enough Him.” When Jesus who was the fullness of God in … Continue reading

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The King Concept

“Power and peace will be in his kingdom        and will continue to grow forever.     He will rule as king on David’s throne        and over David’s kingdom.     He will make it strong        by ruling with justice … Continue reading

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Everything is About Jesus

The Gospel of John describes a wonderful image of the vineyard; branches and vine, which illustrates our relationship with Jesus.  We must abide and remain in him to be fruitful.  He is the vine, and we, we are the branches. … Continue reading

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