But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. (2 Cor. 4:7 NIV)
How close to the original New Testament documents is our current Bible? Copying the New Testament texts has introduced some error. But textual criticism has, by comparing the existing manuscripts, been able to very closely reproduce the original.
Today is a good day to remember what Jesus has done for us. Take the time to meditate on his death and resurrection, and what it means, or can mean, for you. And take the time to celebrate, along with me, a risen and living Lord.
A light hearted look at Lazarus resurrection from death. Martha was concerned about Lazarus stinking? Did he? After his resuscitation?
What form does you prayer take? Is if like text messaging, or maybe emails? Or do you take the time to sit at his feet and just be with him?
Putting new patches onto old garments may work in fashion, but not in our walk with Christ. Instead, we need to ditch the old man, and be made anew.
What would Jesus do if he came to town? I think he would be hanging out with ‘sinners’ rather than us good Christian folk, safely tucked into our churches.
Take off your old self with its practices and put on the new self. A self that is being renewed in God’s image.
The doctrine of faith asserts that faith is more than intellectual assent that God exists. It is earnestly seeking God and making Jesus Lord.
As a Christian, I have found that some of our secular leaders have been good. And some not so good. But regardless, I should honor them.
So, what is heaven really like? Probably not a time of leisure. Rather it will be a time of serving alongside our creator in carrying out his purpose.
