You may remember last time we visited we concluded with Peter’s response to those who heard his sermon. In response to his sermon many had asked, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter responded to their inquiry saying, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of … Read moreOn Being Born Again Part Four (20101214)
“I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again. 5 I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit.” (John 3:3, 5 NIV) On another occasion you may remember Jesus words to Peter, … Read moreOn Being Born Again Part Three (20101213)
For most folks this time of the year brings to memory fond thoughts of family and friends gathered around the table to share in wonderfully prepared meals in homes beautifully decorated in colorful lights with sweet sounds of lovely music that touches are hearts. Frequently we call this time of year the Holiday Season. I … Read moreHappy Holidays (20101210)
“In reply Jesus declared, “I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again.” 4 “How can a man be born when he is old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely he cannot enter a second time into his mother’s womb to be born!” 5 Jesus answered, “I tell you … Read moreJesus On Being Born Again, Part Two (20101209)
“In reply Jesus declared, “I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again.” (John 3:3, NIV) That is Jesus’ reply to Nicodemus, “no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again.” Now, I don’t know what you are thinking, but I am … Read moreJesus, On Being Born Again Part One (20101208)
“Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God were not with him.” … Read moreJesus, The Available Leader (20101207)
“Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council.” (John 3:1, NIV) Under Roman rule, it was the Sanhedrin that was charged with the responsibility for making religious decisions and keeping civil rule. To be a member of the Sanhedrin was considered a coveted position of power … Read moreThe Humility of Nicodemus (20101206)
“Now while he was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many people saw the miraculous signs he was doing and believed in his name. 24 But Jesus would not entrust himself to them, for he knew all men. 25 He did not need man’s testimony about man, for he knew what was in a man.” … Read moreHe Knew Your Heart and Still He Came! (20101203)
“But Jesus would not entrust himself to them, for he knew all men. He did not need man’s testimony about man, for he knew what was in a man.” (John 2:24-25, NIV) Oh! How great is the love of our Lord for us. For all the wickedness and evil which we as fellow human beings … Read moreHe Could Not Entrust Himself To Man, Yet He Came! (20101202)
“Now while he was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many people saw the miraculous signs he was doing and believed in his name.” (John 2:23, NIV) It was prophesied in advance (Isaiah 35:5) that the Messiah would come healing the blind, deaf and the lame. And making the most of his opportunity that is … Read moreThat The World Might Believe (20101201)