The Book of Jonah gives us several lessons on how not to share the Gospel. The Book of Daniel gives us several lessons on how to share the Gospel. Ultimately, for Christians, it comes down to having a Christ-like compassion for those who need to hear the message of reconciliation.
2 Corinthians 5:20 – The goal of evangelism is to be an ambassador for Jesus Christ. We are to bear witness to his message: “Be reconciled to God.” Genesis 17:6-7 – We are ambassadors of Jesus Christ as a part of God’s covenant community of believers. We don’t bear this message alone.
Rediscovered! For centuries, the church had been distracted and confused. During this remarkable period, the Word of God and the Gospel itself are brought back to the centre. Through Luther, Calvin and many others reformation is in the air. May we learn from this era, that we might continue to reform the church by the […]
James 3.14-16 warns believers about the dangers of envy and ambition.
Genesis 37-38 shows us the rise and fall of Joseph and Judah. We see that God’s plan remains in place despite outward trials and inward sins.
As the Christianity spreads and the church gains influence, so too does the church become distracted. It’s an era of monks, icons, popes and serfs. As Christianity spreads, the world becomes a better place, but the church must beware pursuing worldly popularity! This is the third of 9 studies in Church History.
Romans 12:19 – Is there any place for vengeance in the Christian’s life? No. Do we often, though, seek the downfall of others (at least in our minds!)? In Romans, Paul gives us helpful principles to fight against the urge to “get back” at that person. Listen and grow.
As Christianity is legalised and the Roman Empire crumbles, the church enjoys newfound fruitfulness. Doctrine is clarified, and the Gospel spreads. At the same time, new dangers emerge – false teaching gains influence and unbiblical rituals are accepted by many. The message for us is clear: hold tightly to Scripture and be wary of worldly […]
How did the church of Jesus Christ fare after Jesus had ascended into heaven and the apostles all had died? Let’s just say it was a “difficult” period. Simultaneously though, the gospel continued to grow and bear fruit. There’s much to learn from the persecution of those who’ve gone before us. Be faithful to Jesus, […]
Genesis 32-33. Jacob learns three lesson that are applicable to Christians today. Christians can expect to be overwhelmed. They ought to seek God’s help for a resolution of their trials. And they should follow God’s plan as revealed in Scripture, rather than their own plans. It is through these lessons that God’s people may expect […]
Luke 9.51 shows us that Jesus was resolute in his mission to go to Jerusalem, that his suffering was God’s plan all along, and that his death was never the end of the story. What a Saviour we serve!
Micah 4.1-5 shows us that Christmas brings us to God, Christmas brings us peace, and Christmas brings us Prosperity. Let us celebrate Christmas in such a way that God is glorified, and a lost and dying world sees the joy Christians may have.
Leviticus 25 – The Day of Jubilee promises celebration, restoration, and freedom. This gives God’s people a distinct reason to hope and to continue in their battle against sin.
Leviticus 1-7 God’s people are to give to God their best, their are to give to God first, and they are to give to God joyfully. These practices take faith in God and committed obedience.
Genesis 27-28.9 – This is a story without a hero, at least a hero that is seen. Each character in the story is seeking blessing, but all of them seek blessing in their own ways. It is only when this family begins to seek blessing in the Lord that true blessing comes.
Leviticus 19 – Christians are to be characterised by holiness in in their relationships with those around them. Their holiness is to be marked by a right view of justice. Their lives are to be pure in all aspects. And their worship is to be only that which God has commanded.
Leviticus 16 – Holiness is a mindset. Christians are to have this mindset regarding sin: sin must be put to death.
Psalm 101 – The What, How, and Why of the Christian Ideal.
Psalm 51 – Three Cries of Repentance
Psalm 91 – How to hold fast to the Lord in uncertain times.