Category: Jesus Christ

  • Lasting Peace Comes Only Through Jesus

    People around the world long for peace. Satisfying this longing, however, requires a change of heart that is out of reach for everyone apart from God’s grace. Let’s consider the definition of lasting peace. Lasting peace is not simply a cessation of hostility. It also includes wholeness and freedom from distress, both of which are…

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  • Jesus…Creator, Sustainer, Finisher

    In light of who Jesus is, what He has done, and what He will do, you may have already placed your life, now and forever, in His care. If so, rejoice in Him and live for Him! If not, take time to read Life’s Most Important Decision. _____ Jesus…Creator, Sustainer, Finisher © 2015 WordTruth, Inc—http://www.wordtruth.net Verses from Holy…

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  • Jesus – Who is He?

    Every person throughout history can be described by personal traits, accomplishments, and relationships. There was, however, only One Person in history with both human and divine characteristics. This person is Jesus the Christ (Messiah), the most well-known person in history yet, paradoxically, the most incomprehensible. The many and varied characteristics of Jesus are provided below in…

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  • It’s All About Jesus

    Creator, Sustainer, Reconciler, Redeemer INTRODUCTION One of the phrases that I find myself repeating over and over again is, “It’s not about me; it’s all about Jesus.” This is a concept that I need to keep in my head and my heart. A few years ago, I found the book, It’s Not About Me, by Max…

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  • Is Jesus Lord of Your Life?

    The declaration that JESUS IS LORD has one meaning but many applications. This phrase encompasses all of history—past, present, and future—and reveals the power that orders the universe. When believers realize the vast dimension of the Lordship of Christ, they will live as Christ-like servants and anticipate their future life as joint heirs with Jesus throughout eternity.…

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  • He Gained More for Us than Adam Lost for Us

    Guest article from The One Year Book of Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament Adam lived in the Garden, where God walked with him, provided for him, and infused his life with purpose and satisfaction. When Adam sinned, he lost his perfect intimacy with God and his enjoyment of a perfect world. He became estranged from…

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  • Grace, Mercy, and Peace

    2 Timothy 1:2 The Apostle Paul typically opened and sometimes closed his letters with at least two of the three words in the above verse. These three words—grace, mercy, and peace—are recognized by believers in Christ but often “brushed over” when these words are read in Scripture, heard in sermons, or spoken in spiritually oriented…

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  • God’s Motivation for Your Life

    Hebrews 12:1-3 INTRODUCTION What motivates you in the daily race of life? If your motivation is anything that the natural world offers (riches, popularity, success, physical gratification, etc.), then you do not have God’s motivating factor at the center of your life. If your motivation is related to another person (earning respect, having them serve you,…

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  • Jesus IS Lord

    This article focuses on a three-word phrase that is central to the Christian faith. The phrase, JESUS IS LORD, has only one meaning but has innumerable applications. This phrase encompasses all of human history—past, present, and future— and reveals the infinite power that orders the universe. The reality of this phrase causes demons to tremble and,…

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  • Church Leadership – Part 8

    Is the Early Church Leadership Pattern for Today? Thus far, this series has reviewed various aspects of church leadership. Part 8 is the final presentation in this series. This study emphasizes that a plurality of elders – the New Testament plan for church leadership – remains the model for church leadership today. Some churches and denominations may…

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