Month: May 2012

John 14:6 English Standard Version (ESV) 6 Jesus said to him, “I am the truth, and 

“If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:25–26). There is no question that this is strong language. You can bet it cut […]

Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain… Genesis 4:1 Adam didn’t read about Eve or hear all about her from someone else. He knew her in the intimate way that God has gifted to those of us who marry. One […]

Have You Made a Decision for Jesus or Have You Committed to Jesus? Idleman, Kyle (2011-05-24). Not a Fan: Becoming a Completely Committed Follower of Jesus (p. 32). Zondervan. Kindle Edition.  For the next several days I will be looking at the differences between Jesus’ […]

Our church is in the process of selecting a new pastor. Since we are an independent, non-denominational body, the process is not cut in stone and the congregation plays a significant part. No outside authority will pick someone and send him to us. We are […]

John 13:35 English Standard Version (ESV) 35  tossed back and forth by the waves, 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, that is, Christ. Yesterday was a great day. I always seem to enjoy the days I spend with my Kairos brothers and sisters. I wish I could say […]

There is no forgiveness without repentance. There is no salvation without surrender. There is no life without death. There is no believing without committing. Idleman, Kyle (2011-05-24). Not a Fan: Becoming a Completely Committed Follower of Jesus (p. 35). Zondervan. Kindle Edition.  Is it any […]

Jesus says “Believe in me” about five times. But care to guess how many times Jesus said “Follow me”? About twenty times. Idleman, Kyle (2011-05-24). Not a Fan: Becoming a Completely Committed Follower of Jesus (pp. 32-33). Zondervan. Kindle Edition.  I am not a fan […]