Don’t Let Your Heart Be Troubled

John 13:36-14:1; "Lord,' Simon Peter said to Him, 'Where are you going?' Jesus answered, 'Where I am going you cannot follow Me now, but you will follow later.' (37) 'Lord', Peter asked, 'why can't I follow you now? I will lay down my life for You!' (38) Jesus replied, 'Will you lay down your life … Continue reading Don’t Let Your Heart Be Troubled →

Identity Drift

I have been thinking, lately, about spiritual identity. This was inspired by looking at the attitudes Jesus confronted in His lifetime, as well as the multitude of denominations, sects and movements in existence today, each defending their viewpoints passionately. In my opinion, many are searching for a purer, truer expression of the faith, and many … Continue reading Identity Drift →

Current Thoughts: Kingdom, Moving, Bible History, and Mental Health

1.) Biblically, I am studying "the kingdom", "the kingdom of God", and "the kingdom of heaven". Acts 1:3 ignited my interest in the subject. That verse seemed to highlight what a key concept this was in Jesus' ministry. So far, I am trying to break it down into categories including, but not limited to, what … Continue reading Current Thoughts: Kingdom, Moving, Bible History, and Mental Health →

Lord of the Sabbath

"Therefore don't let anyone judge you in regard to food or drink or in the matter of a festival or a new moon or sabbaths. These are a shadow of what was to come; the substance is the Messiah." -Colossians 2:16-17 "One person considers one day to be above another day. Someone else considers every … Continue reading Lord of the Sabbath →

At the Heart Level

Sharing these passages, the theme I have in mind is that of God calling people closer to Him at the heart level: Isaiah 1:11-16 11 “What are all your sacrifices to Me?” asks the Lord. “I have had enough of burnt offerings and rams and the fat of well-fed cattle; I have no desire for the … Continue reading At the Heart Level →