Knowing Jesus: “The Big Five” – John 1:19-51
In South Africa, the “big five” refers to five species that are indigenous to Africa that are carefully watched because of their endangered futures. In basketball, the “big five” refers to five important teams that are top ranked. Among psychologists, the phrase “Big Five” refers …
Read MoreTen Lessons Mary Learned About Motherhood – Luke 2, John 2
The family photo album of Jesus offers only a few glimpses of his home life on earth – but they are precious reminders of how God set up families and what moms are for! Key Principle: God knew what He was doing when He established …
Read MoreKnowing Jesus: “The Invasion of God” – John 1:1-18
After four hurricanes ripped across the Florida Peninsula, Floridians began to appreciate the awesome force of the storms and the incredible privilege of electric power. When the power lines snapped, the connection to important everyday concepts like lighted rooms, cool homes, fresh, crisp vegetables – …
Read MoreThe Three “Keys” to Understanding a Gospel Account
There are four evangelists, each with a distinct audience, purpose and style of writing. Though we now call them the four “Gospels” the early church called them the “four evangelists” – probably better terminology. A different author wrote each one to a different audience with …
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