Friday, January 15, 2016, 7:50 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Not Be Silent.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 21:28-32 (NASB). Two Responses (vv. 28-31a) “But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, ‘Son, go work … Continue reading Overconfidence
Encouragement
In Appearance Only
Thursday, January 14, 2016, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Our Eyes on Jesus.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 21:18-22 (NASB). Only Leaves (vv. 18-19) Now in the morning, when He was returning to the city, He became hungry. Seeing a lone fig tree by … Continue reading In Appearance Only
Who is Jesus?
Wednesday, January 13, 2016, 5:20 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 21:10-13 (NASB). Who is This? (vv. 10-11) When He had entered Jerusalem, all the city was stirred, saying, “Who is this?” And the crowds were … Continue reading Who is Jesus?
God is Merciful
Monday, January 11, 2016, 5:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “I will Lift my Eyes.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 20:29-34 (NASB). As they were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed Him. And two blind men sitting by the road, hearing that Jesus was passing … Continue reading God is Merciful
Ministers of Our God
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are all supposed to be ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This is a call to all ministers of the gospel to give our all to Jesus Christ. So many ministers of the gospel are walking in the ways of the world, are following the teachings of humans, … Continue reading Ministers of Our God
The Cup We Drink
Sunday, January 10, 2016, 8:43 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Near the Cross.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 20:17-28 (NASB). Mock, Scourge and Crucify (vv. 17-19) As Jesus was about to go up to Jerusalem, He took the twelve disciples aside by themselves, and on … Continue reading The Cup We Drink
That Man
Some of John’s disciples were envious of Jesus because, according to them, “That Man” was now baptizing people, and people were following him instead of following John. So, John set his disciples straight. He reminded them of what he had told them previously – that he was not the promised one to come, but he … Continue reading That Man
Unless
Thursday, January 7, 2016, 11:21 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Do Not Fear.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 18:1-9 (NASB). Become Like Children (vv. 1-6) At that time the disciples came to Jesus and said, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” And … Continue reading Unless
Moving Mountains
Thursday, January 7, 2016, 3:44 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Courageous.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Matthew 17:14-21 (NASB). Mental Illness (vv. 14-15) When they came to the crowd, a man came up to Jesus, falling on his knees before Him and saying, “Lord, have mercy … Continue reading Moving Mountains
Send a Revival
Our nation, the USA, and the church in our nation are in great need of revival. Much of today’s evangelical church is one with the world, operates like big business, and follows the teachings of men and Marketing 101 over and above scripture for how to conduct and to grow God’s church. This should not … Continue reading Send a Revival
