Today I want to talk about a small glimpse of our identity in God, and responsibility as a Christian. This topic transcends age. No matter how old or young you are, this includes you! Remember, when we come to Christ, realize our need for him, die to self, and rise in him we are completely new. We are saved from our sin, washed clean of it, and God remembers it no more. We now live a life in the light of His grace, but this doesn’t mean we keep sinning. Let’s dig a little deeper into Philippians and 2 Corinthians and see what I mean...
Showing posts with label Christian. Show all posts
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Saturday, November 23, 2013
Jesus And His Twinky Obsession!
So today I would like to ask a question to you listeners that is similar to the one I asked in one of my previous posts (Beware Of The Judas Spirit). The only difference is that I'm technically not asking the question. We are going to be in Mark 8 and we are looking at just a few verses!
"Jesus went out with His disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi. And on the road He asked His disciples, “Who do people say that I am? ” They answered Him, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, one of the prophets.” “But you,” He asked them again, “who do you say that I am? ” Mark 8:27-29a
Jesus has done many things, taught a ton about the kingdom, fed thousands upon thousands, and even walked on water. He's with His closest friends, and asks two major questions!
First he asks, who the people think He is. Mighty names are thrown out from the New and Old Testaments. None of which were true. This would be similar in our day! If I asked the question, "Who do think Jesus is?" I can't imagine the amount of answers! Things even farther off base would probably be said.
Then Jesus asks the infamous question! One that He had never asked before to his friends! "Who do you say that I am?" I can't imagine the silence, or maybe the desire to answer. Either way, that moment was crucial! Jesus was getting at their hearts! He wanted everything else aside, just honesty!
Then Peter speaks up!
“But you,” He asked them again, “who do you say that I am? ” Peter answered Him, “You are the Messiah! ” Mark 8:29
Amen Peter, Amen! If I were in that place I'd be excited to be that guy's friend!
You know what the saddest news is? We as Christians here in America say that we would be 100% Peter in this story. We undoubtably believe we'd say this too if that were us!
It's the Twinky principle. This delicious, fat treat looks like a light fluffy cake on the outside. But when you get to it's core, it's a creamy center. This delicacy can be a cake all it wants until the pressure is on. Once the Twinky is squeezed, the real inside comes out!
We say we want to be Peter in this passage, but when the pressure is on, is that true of our creamy center? I've found the more I ask this question, there is a place in our lives that where the pressure is on, we are hypocrites.
Don't throw stones yet! My hope tonight is to challenge you to think! Think of that area of your walk with God, and reflect. Don't bet yourself up, but reflect!
"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9
I want to be the disciple who speaks the truth in this passage, in every facet of my life!
Are you willing to surrender that area, that struggle to Jesus tonight?
Do you realize Jesus is anxiously waiting to forgive and empower you to do His will?
I ask you to surrender it all Beloved!
"Jesus went out with His disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi. And on the road He asked His disciples, “Who do people say that I am? ” They answered Him, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, one of the prophets.” “But you,” He asked them again, “who do you say that I am? ” Mark 8:27-29a
Jesus has done many things, taught a ton about the kingdom, fed thousands upon thousands, and even walked on water. He's with His closest friends, and asks two major questions!
First he asks, who the people think He is. Mighty names are thrown out from the New and Old Testaments. None of which were true. This would be similar in our day! If I asked the question, "Who do think Jesus is?" I can't imagine the amount of answers! Things even farther off base would probably be said.
Then Jesus asks the infamous question! One that He had never asked before to his friends! "Who do you say that I am?" I can't imagine the silence, or maybe the desire to answer. Either way, that moment was crucial! Jesus was getting at their hearts! He wanted everything else aside, just honesty!
Then Peter speaks up!
“But you,” He asked them again, “who do you say that I am? ” Peter answered Him, “You are the Messiah! ” Mark 8:29
You are the one Foretold! You are the Ancient Of Days of the prophet Daniel! Your are the Anointed above all others anointed! You are the Highest Priest! You are the CHRIST!
Amen Peter, Amen! If I were in that place I'd be excited to be that guy's friend!
You know what the saddest news is? We as Christians here in America say that we would be 100% Peter in this story. We undoubtably believe we'd say this too if that were us!
It's the Twinky principle. This delicious, fat treat looks like a light fluffy cake on the outside. But when you get to it's core, it's a creamy center. This delicacy can be a cake all it wants until the pressure is on. Once the Twinky is squeezed, the real inside comes out!We say we want to be Peter in this passage, but when the pressure is on, is that true of our creamy center? I've found the more I ask this question, there is a place in our lives that where the pressure is on, we are hypocrites.
Don't throw stones yet! My hope tonight is to challenge you to think! Think of that area of your walk with God, and reflect. Don't bet yourself up, but reflect!
"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9
I want to be the disciple who speaks the truth in this passage, in every facet of my life!
Are you willing to surrender that area, that struggle to Jesus tonight?
Do you realize Jesus is anxiously waiting to forgive and empower you to do His will?
I ask you to surrender it all Beloved!
Saturday, October 12, 2013
How We Love Hypocrite Christians!
So it’s been a little bit, but today I feel as though this isn’t a blog to be missed! We have been looking at the book of Mark for a little while now and we are going to continue our journey by heading into chapter 7. We will be focusing on the first section and I hope to ask some underlying questions the text has to offer!
Jesus was just seen previously walking on water and bringing the disciples to where they currently are in this passage. They are traveling around and the Pharisees travel from Jerusalem, hoping to find a way to trap Jesus.
Jesus was just seen previously walking on water and bringing the disciples to where they currently are in this passage. They are traveling around and the Pharisees travel from Jerusalem, hoping to find a way to trap Jesus.
Thursday, July 4, 2013
The Wave Fearing Fishermen Wakes The Sleeping Carpenter!
Happy 4th of July! Thank God for freedom! This week we
continue our dive through the book of Mark and I'm excited to ask some hard
questions. Lets dive right into Mark 4...
Sunday, May 19, 2013
How Some "Christians" Never Hear Jesus!
So I don't think your going to get let down this week by what will be asked of your heart! Looking into this passage in Mark 3 was a real eye opener for me and the students at study. Before we read our passage, let me give you a little background...
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