In my volunteer work with Vernacular Video Mission International (vvmi.org), we are seeking to partner with and equip ethnic Christians who proclaim the Gospel through video in their common language. One tool that is being used in many countries around the world is the Visual Bible, dubbed into the heart-language (vernacular) of the people in a … More Jesus Calms the Storm- from the Visual Bible
In his sermon, “The Dangers of Following Jesus,” John Piper says: The days will soon be gone, if they aren’t already, when you can assume that it is safe to follow Jesus—to stand for his majesty and his commandments. So I have been thinking much about whether I am willing to pay the price. And … More Following Jesus- safe? John Piper on Matthew 8:14-22
From Basic Christianity: Jesus used this event to teach His disciples; briefly, as the friends of the Roman stood before them, Jesus told His disciples that many shall come from the nations to sit at the table in the kingdom of heaven with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. His disciples had seen Jesus begin to walk … More A centurion’s faith…Matthew 8
Matthew 7:15-16 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. 16 You will recognize them by their fruits.” From Study–>See–>Savor! One false doctrine floating around out there is that we can change ourselves. But the Bible says, “Can the Ethiopian change his skin or the leopard his spots? Then also you … More Sheep or wolves? Matthew 7
Matthew 6:34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Let me tell you what I think that text does not mean. It does not mean: Make no preparations for tomorrow’s needs. If you’re a farmer, the thought about tomorrow’s empty … More Today’s Mercies for Today’s Troubles…John Piper on Matthew 6:34
By prayer, I mean intentionally conveying a message to God. It’s frustrating—isn’t it?—how unclear language can be if we are not careful. Why do I say “intentionally conveying a message to God? Why don’t I just say that prayer is talking to God? Well, because Romans 8:26 says, “The Spirit helps us in our weakness. For … More What IS Prayer? John Piper on Matthew 6:1-15
In a sermon titled, “But I Say to You, Love Your Enemies” (Matthew 5:44-45), Dr. John Piper said, So when Jesus says, back in Matthew 5:44, “But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you, 45 in order that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven,” … More John Piper on “But I Say to You, Love Your Enemies” (Matthew 5:44-45)
John MacArthur on The Stoning of Stephen (Acts 7), from Stephen: A Profile in Courage Acts 7:55 But he, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. 56 And he said, “Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of Man … More John MacArthur on The Stoning of Stephen (Acts 7)
Chip Bell is Senior Pastor of Fellowship Bible Church Arapaho in Texas. In his sermon, “If Looks Could Kill” (Matthew 5:21-26), he said the following: The Kingdom Code Last week we began a new section called: The Kingdom Code. In it, Jesus tells his followers that being forgiven doesn’t mean we can live a life of lawlessness. … More Chip Bell on “The Kingdom Code” (Matthew 5:21-32)
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