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Firm Foundation
Earthquakes are prevalent in the Pacific Rim region known as the “Ring of Fire.” Ninety percent of the world’s earthquakes and 81 percent of the world’s largest earthquakes occur there. I learned that many buildings in the city of Hong Kong have been built on granite, which could help minimize damage in the event of an earthquake. The foundation of buildings is especially important in earthquake-prone regions of the world.
Discover Malchus’ small role in a grand story
We can learn a lot from the prominent characters in the Bible, people like David, Esther, and Peter. But sometimes the minor personalities in Scripture can have just as much impact!
Let’s take one final look at the blind man in John chapter 9, from the perspective of Jesus
In the dark, it’s hard to see anything clearly. It’s only when the light is turned on that everything comes into focus. Let’s take one final look at the blind man in John chapter 9, from the perspective of Jesus, the Light of the World. See this passage with new eyes.
An eye-opening conversation about the truth and grace of Christ
Let’s conclude a study on John chapter 8 and the story of the woman caught in adultery. What we’ll find in this passage is a remarkable display of both the truth and grace of Christ.
Be encouraged by how Jesus handles our sin with truth and grace
She had been caught red-handed. Exposed publicly for her sin of adultery, the woman in John 8 certainly didn’t expect any mercy from Jesus or the crowd.
Discover Jesus’ response to an impossible dilemma
From a human perspective, there was no good solution. Jesus shouldn’t forgive the woman caught in adultery, but He wouldn’t condemn her either! Our series in John chapter 8 continues.
An important discussion about the dangers of exploiting others
Ever notice how easy it is to mix up our priorities? It happens when we love things and use people, instead of loving people and using things!
Let’s turn to John chapter 8 and the account of the woman caught in adultery
Rather than help her privately, the religious leaders decided to use a broken woman to trap Jesus publicly! Don’t miss the start of this dramatic story.
Discover how we all have a spiritual need, and it’s only Jesus who can quench our thirst
When your mouth is dry, your tongue is parched, and the temperature starts to rise, only one thing can satisfy your thirst.
How Jesus cuts through our defenses to reach our hearts
Let’s continue our study of John chapter 4. We’ll listen in on a conversation between Jesus and the woman at the well. Jesus cuts through our defenses and interruptions in order to reach our hearts.
One woman’s pursuit of a meaningful relationship, and how she found it in Jesus!
No one likes to be alone. And in order to make the loneliness go away, we can make some bad choices!
How Jesus crossed all boundaries in order to reach a single hurting person
People today are still divided across economic, ethnic, and religious lines. And there can be taboos about crossing those barriers. Let’s learn from Jesus’ example.
Let’s conclude our study on the Roman centurion in Matthew 8
Want to know how to shock and amaze God? This soldier said something that astonished Jesus, and in so doing, gave us an inspiring example.
Let’s continue our study on the Roman centurion in Matthew 8
It’s been said that the best test of a person’s character is how he treats people who have nothing to offer. How this soldier cared for those close to him is a good example for all of us!
Discover a Roman soldier’s love for God’s people, and the faith that selfless compassion reveals
It’s easy to love those who love you back. But it’s much harder to love those who despise you!
