The resurrection changed everything. When the disciples went to the tomb they found it empty. This Biblical recorded event, while not expected by most, was declared by Jesus before it happen.
What are the things that make the resurrection real in my life.
1. Just like salvation it is a faith issue. Without faith it is impossible to please God(Heb 11)
2. The Bible is truth. Everything the Bible records is reliable.
3. I don't believe that the early Christians (especially the Apostles) would give up there lives for a lie. They saw the resurrected Savior alive after seeing Him crucified, die and buried.
4. Christianity continues to grow even 2000 + years after the resurrection.
5. People testify to the the life changing power of the risen Lord.
6. The Presence of the risen Lord can be felt.
7. He personal has changed my life through putting my trust in Him.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
The Table
The Table
Luke 22: 7-27
The Passover meal begins at 6:00pm Thursday night. By 3:00pm the next day Jesus will be nailed to the Cross. By sunrise on Sunday Jesus would have resurrected from the dead. What we should see is things are moving fast.
By the time of Jesus the Passover had become a very relaxed event but on the night of the original Passover God had instructed them like this.
“Now you shall eat it in this manner; with your lions girded, your sandals on your feet and your staff in your hand; and you shall eat it in haste- it is the Lords Passover”
Exodus 12:11
Again this are moving faster than what anyone really knows or understands. Nothing has changed. Things are moving at a very fast clip and we are at a standstill in our lives as it moves by us.
Beware of Satan
Beware of self
Make preparation
Follow the Water
It will be just as Jesus said
Remember Gods Plan/that Jesus came to be the Savior
Remember Gods Covenant/ the new covenant/the law of the Spirit
Remember Gods call/ to be servants
Luke 22: 7-27
The Passover meal begins at 6:00pm Thursday night. By 3:00pm the next day Jesus will be nailed to the Cross. By sunrise on Sunday Jesus would have resurrected from the dead. What we should see is things are moving fast.
By the time of Jesus the Passover had become a very relaxed event but on the night of the original Passover God had instructed them like this.
“Now you shall eat it in this manner; with your lions girded, your sandals on your feet and your staff in your hand; and you shall eat it in haste- it is the Lords Passover”
Exodus 12:11
Again this are moving faster than what anyone really knows or understands. Nothing has changed. Things are moving at a very fast clip and we are at a standstill in our lives as it moves by us.
Beware of Satan
Beware of self
Make preparation
Follow the Water
It will be just as Jesus said
Remember Gods Plan/that Jesus came to be the Savior
Remember Gods Covenant/ the new covenant/the law of the Spirit
Remember Gods call/ to be servants
Monday, March 23, 2009
A donkey and a colt
In Matthew 21 we read that Jesus told two of His disciples to go get Him a donkey and a colt. The donkey represents the subborn things that He is calling for us to let go of and the colt represents the places God wants to take us where we have never been. Jesus told the disciples to tell the owner "the Lord has need of them.
Interesting enough that Jesus already knew the location and conversation that would take place before they even happened. This is such a reminder that we serve a God of destiny. He is a God who knows our end from the begining.
Interesting enough that Jesus already knew the location and conversation that would take place before they even happened. This is such a reminder that we serve a God of destiny. He is a God who knows our end from the begining.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
losing to gain
Losing to Gain
Matthew 16:21-26
Jesus knew He was going to the cross to lay down His life for the world and He wanted the disciples to get that. Vs. 21
Peter was shocked at this statement because it went against the grain of his ideas on how we gain. How we win. Vs. 22
Satan wants us to have a false view of gain and what it means to be a loser. Vs. 23a
The key statement to Peter as Jesus rebukes him “For you are not setting your mind on God’s interests, but man’s”. vs. 23b
If reality TV has taught us anything it would be that people are willing to do just about anything for money and 15 minutes of fame.
In His call to self denial Jesus was giving us keys to win in this life and the next. Vs. 24
1. it is a personal decision
2. it takes a whole hearted commitment
3. it will involve a lifetime process
How is it possible that losing means winning? What is the message of Christian living?
Galatians 2:20 Romans 6:1-11
The symbol a baptism is very revealing. Dying to the old man to come up a new man.
The recent scandal on Wall Street serves as a perfect illustration of someone having gained it all only to lose it all. The picture a man going from the penthouse to the jailhouse is a picture of the soul of man living life on his own deceptive terms only to be judged and confined with no hope of release.
What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, only to lose his soul. Vs. 26
Jesus asks the question “How much is you soul worth”. Vs. 26
Matthew 16:21-26
Jesus knew He was going to the cross to lay down His life for the world and He wanted the disciples to get that. Vs. 21
Peter was shocked at this statement because it went against the grain of his ideas on how we gain. How we win. Vs. 22
Satan wants us to have a false view of gain and what it means to be a loser. Vs. 23a
The key statement to Peter as Jesus rebukes him “For you are not setting your mind on God’s interests, but man’s”. vs. 23b
If reality TV has taught us anything it would be that people are willing to do just about anything for money and 15 minutes of fame.
In His call to self denial Jesus was giving us keys to win in this life and the next. Vs. 24
1. it is a personal decision
2. it takes a whole hearted commitment
3. it will involve a lifetime process
How is it possible that losing means winning? What is the message of Christian living?
Galatians 2:20 Romans 6:1-11
The symbol a baptism is very revealing. Dying to the old man to come up a new man.
The recent scandal on Wall Street serves as a perfect illustration of someone having gained it all only to lose it all. The picture a man going from the penthouse to the jailhouse is a picture of the soul of man living life on his own deceptive terms only to be judged and confined with no hope of release.
What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, only to lose his soul. Vs. 26
Jesus asks the question “How much is you soul worth”. Vs. 26
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Having a Jesus Heart
We need remember that the mission we are are on is not about us. John the Baptist said it this way. We must decrease and Jesus must increase. We need to make sure our heart is after the heart Jesus. Here are a few thoughts on this subject.
1. A Jesus Heart is for the Children .Matthew 19:13-15
2. A Jesus Heart is for the weary. Matthew 11:28-29
3. A Jesus heart is for the lost Luke. 10:2-3 Luke 15: 1-32
4. A Jesus heart for His Church. John 14: 1-3
1. A Jesus Heart is for the Children .Matthew 19:13-15
2. A Jesus Heart is for the weary. Matthew 11:28-29
3. A Jesus heart is for the lost Luke. 10:2-3 Luke 15: 1-32
4. A Jesus heart for His Church. John 14: 1-3
Thursday, March 5, 2009
David Gibbson on the future
I came across this question that was asked by Tony Morgan to David Gibbson who is the pastor of Newsong in southern Calif. I thought the answer is mind blowing. What do you think?
TONY: You are a futurist. I’m always challenged by thoughts about what’s next? So, what’s next?
DAVE: Tribalism will increase. Uprisings especially among the poor in the world. Potential global economic depression. Further devaluation of the U.S. dollar. Terrorist attack in a major U.S. city. Rise of brilliant theology emerging from the third world, rooted in pain, suffering, collaboration and beauty. More church layoffs and downsizing yet at the same time greater clarity for the church. Scarcity brings clarity. North Korea wall falls. Eastern art, design, film and music will become increasingly a major force in culture. Instead of the church focused on one form or style of church (multi-sites, organic, emergent or whatever), it’s about multiple forms, hybrids, mergers, questions. China, Southeast Asia and India will continue to grow in economic, military, religious and political influence and strength. Greater eastern influence in western culture and conversations. Third-culture leaders will continue to emerge as the next generation of global, movement leaders in the arts, business and religion.Read more: "TonyMorganLive.com" - http://tonymorganlive.com/#ixzz08tTUopnF
TONY: You are a futurist. I’m always challenged by thoughts about what’s next? So, what’s next?
DAVE: Tribalism will increase. Uprisings especially among the poor in the world. Potential global economic depression. Further devaluation of the U.S. dollar. Terrorist attack in a major U.S. city. Rise of brilliant theology emerging from the third world, rooted in pain, suffering, collaboration and beauty. More church layoffs and downsizing yet at the same time greater clarity for the church. Scarcity brings clarity. North Korea wall falls. Eastern art, design, film and music will become increasingly a major force in culture. Instead of the church focused on one form or style of church (multi-sites, organic, emergent or whatever), it’s about multiple forms, hybrids, mergers, questions. China, Southeast Asia and India will continue to grow in economic, military, religious and political influence and strength. Greater eastern influence in western culture and conversations. Third-culture leaders will continue to emerge as the next generation of global, movement leaders in the arts, business and religion.Read more: "TonyMorganLive.com" - http://tonymorganlive.com/#ixzz08tTUopnF
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
reacting or reflecting?
When things happen in ministry we have to ask ourselves am I reacting or reflecting in what I am thinking and saying? When we are confronted with attitudes that we know are sincere we must me mindful of others and their well being. We must also be honest about where things really are and not try to force our agenda. If we are sensitive to the needs of others it will all work out on behalf.
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