"Who will roll away the stone from the door of the tomb for us?"Mark 16:3 The stone that had been rolled across the mouth of Jesus’ tomb was larger and heavier than three women could possibly manage. For that matter, it may have been more than three brawny men could have tackled. … Continue reading Come Expectantly
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Hate Crimes, Love Acts
All crimes are hate crimes. When something steals, kills, and destroys, it is not love. It's selfishness and hate for the person to whom it is done. The greatest hater and criminal? The devil, whose speciality is stealing, killing and destroying. Jesus, on the other hand, performs no hate crimes but only life-giving acts of … Continue reading Hate Crimes, Love Acts
Counsellor
Do you need counseling? One of Jesus' titles is "Counsellor." He, coupled with our Helper, the Holy Spirit, will give us all the advice we could ever need. He will not steer us wrong or make us feel inferior. He will give us insight into things only He can see, empowering us to come out … Continue reading Counsellor
Focus
If we're focused on the sickness, we won't see the healing. If we're focused on the lack, we won't see the provision. If we're focused on the choas, we won't see the peace. If we're focused on the danger, we won't see the protection. If we're focused on the hurt, we won't see the love. … Continue reading Focus
When Peace Snoozes, Part 2
Jesus' Example Jesus is our perfect example of everything godly, including peace. We never see in the Bible examples of Him running around in distress. Why should He be stressed and anxious? He knew His authority over evil, so He had no reason to fear. He had faith in God’s ability to protect Him, regardless … Continue reading When Peace Snoozes, Part 2
Jesus Loves You
On August 24th, 2016, my Grandpa Herbert Heider went to heaven. He was ninety-years-old. As a dedicated Christian, he diligently read the Word of God and attended church. He treated people with kindness and generosity. Most of all, he loved Jesus. A carpenter by trade, he built many houses. But after he retired, he scaled … Continue reading Jesus Loves You