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PR rules don't always work on the walk with Jesus
Obviously Jesus doesn't go by the secular rule. His greatest concern is to follow his Father's plan. He is in authority. There is no need for a publicity campaign in Judea. His walk of obedience is independent…
Created almost 2 years ago
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there's enough for the entire globe
Not by accident John finishes the description of Jesus' miracle with twelve baskets full of bread. Twelve has always been the number of completeness in regard to God's chosen people. The truth here is…
Created almost 2 years ago
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fleeing status
Secular power and status were no option for the Lord. He fled into the mountains to be with the Father. There he restrengthened his assurance of divine power and status.
Created almost 2 years ago
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the blessing ministry
..whatever, just bless the people and circumstances -- that's your job, for sure..
Created over 2 years ago
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disciples first
Jesus is presented by Luke as a teacher who purposefully decided to first teach his disciples. When he had a choice between mass evangelism and focused discipleship training, he decided to make his disciples…
Created almost 3 years ago
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along with persecutions
. In only three days, seven Christian churches have been bombed in Baghdad and Mosul. Four people died and many more were injured. Voice of the Martyrs-Canada's Adelle Konyndyk says it's not clear why…
Created almost 3 years ago
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making disciples on web 2.0
So far most of the contributions here have devotional character. That's very encouraging. But it is only the first level of many within a network like YV. And that is why we should really start to design…
Created almost 3 years ago
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your faith grows with your vision
Without any doubt Jesus is the most outstanding example of a person with great faith. He was a visionary in that sense that He saw and lived according to the vision and assurance that His Father would…
Created almost 3 years ago
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having nothing than Him
:: spiritually poor :: You are called a fanatic when you really believe what is written here. Follow Jesus' clear imperative and you will have enemies all over, especially among the believers, for sure.…
Created almost 3 years ago
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kingdom perspective
"The masterpiece “Nightwatch” painted by Rembrandt has continually been a favorite throughout the ages. The painting is known for its contrast of light and dark. After the famous painting started to age…
Created almost 3 years ago
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Paul's version of yeast/leaven
Remember the words of the Apostle Paul which read: "This false teaching is like a little yeast that spreads through the whole batch of dough!" (Galatians 5:9, The Message). See also: http://www.youversion.com/contributions/22656/kingdom-of-heaven
Created almost 3 years ago
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holy cow
It seems as if only very few people like to share and contribute on our daily bible reading plan. Why? Is there nothing to share? Or do most of us prefer to have their spiritual comfort zone? Hey-- we…
Created almost 3 years ago
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trapped in tradition
We are all little or big Pharisees, trapped in a cozy feeling but killing tradition. There is none without sin. The challenge is that we are born and raised in a texture of tradition. Our parents and…
Created almost 3 years ago
