Message: Jesus was avoiding Judea because he knew that the religious leaders were plotting to kill him. Interesting enough his own brothers were pushing for him to go. They didn’t believe in him but told him that going to the... Continue reading →

Message: In John 7 the crowds are following Jesus because they have seen him do miraculous signs. Even when he tries to get away from the crowds they look for him until they find him. As he is hiding in... Continue reading →

Message: Jesus visits an area known to be where a bunch of sick people lay on mats. He asks one man who has been sick for 38 years of he wants to be well. The man tells him that “he... Continue reading →

Message: In John 4 Jesus takes his disciples through Samaria. This was no-no territory for the Jews. They did not associate with the Samaritans and they hated them. And considered the unclean.Jesus went to a well and sent his disciples... Continue reading →

Message:  Reading in John 3 we see a Pharisee named Nicodemus coming to Jesus at night, after the crowds were gone. I’ve heard this story speculated to say that he didn’t want anyone to see him or recognize him because... Continue reading →

Message: In John chapter 2 we read about the first miracle Jesus performed. It was turning the water to wine at a wedding that had run out. I’ve heard this story discussed in so many ways, but today what stood... Continue reading →

Message: John 1 is such a familiar book. It’s the most recommended read for new believers because it establishes who Jesus is and why he came. It’s always challenging to move beyond all of the thoughts and ideas that have... Continue reading →

Message: Luke 24 shows the mood and response of the people after the crucifixion of Jesus. The biggest miracle of all time had just taken place but they couldn’t see it because it didn’t look they way they were expecting... Continue reading →

Message: Proverbs 9 is a metaphorical story about wisdom personified. She is setting a banquet table and calling to everyone to join her and eat from her banquet table. Then there is another story of folly or foolishness depicted as... Continue reading →

Message: Reading through Exodus 16 I couldn’t help but feel irritated. The people started with complaining and their complaints weren’t just that they were scared, tired or hungry. Their complaints were accusations. They accused Moses and Aaron of taking them... Continue reading →

Message: In Luke 21 Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple. When his disciples asked what kind of signs there would be he begins to describe the events of the end times. I hear people constantly talking about the end... Continue reading →

Message: In Luke 20 the leading priests were questioning the authority of Jesus. They were convicted by the things he said, but they didn’t want to change, so instead they tried to discredit the authority of Jesus. Command: Allow truth... Continue reading →

Message: In Luke 18 we read about the rich young ruler. Most of us are very familiar with this story. Even if you haven’t read it for yourself, you’ve probably heard it preached. I have always laughed at the part... Continue reading →

Don’t Ignore the Warnings Message: Continuing in Exodus 11 I was anticipating the deliverance of Israel. Right from the start of chapter 3 it says that God told Moses he would strike Egypt with one final blow that would cause... Continue reading →

The Promises of God Are Non-Negotiable Message: Continuing on in Exodus Moses & Aaron speak the Lord’s words to Pharaoh saying “How long will you refuse to submit to me?” The same pattern continues with plagues happening and Pharaoh pretending... Continue reading →

Message: Continuing in Exodus I was thinking about all of the plagues that had happened and were continuing to happen, and how Pharaoh was responding to them all. He didn’t seem to be surprised by them. Just mildly irritated. To... Continue reading →

Message: Reading through Exodus I can’t help but find myself torn between being mind blown over the stubbornness of Pharaoh and also conflicted knowing God was hardening his heart. For years I wondered how different things might have been if... Continue reading →

Message: In Exodus 7 we are anticipating the rescue of Israel. Moses and Aaron confronted Pharaoh and it didn’t go so well. Now things are even worse than they were to begin with and the people are mad at them.... Continue reading →

Message: Jesus covers a lot of things in Luke 12, but in verse 35 he starts talking about the importance of being ready and ‘dressed for service”. Making sure we have what we need, being mentally ready and aware, and... Continue reading →

D Message: Reading Exodus 5 felt like such a familiar parallel to times in my life. When the tribe leaders of Israel met with Moses and Aaron they were promised freedom. They had been crying out to God a long... Continue reading →