Let's take a look at the gospel writer Mark's account of Jesus' baptism (and maybe a peek at Matthew's account, too)
Tag: Holy Spirit
Same Message, Different Words
The fact that God inspired all of Scripture leads to some interesting observations
A Healthy Alternative
After the book of Jude described a lot of behavior we should avoid, what does a better lifestyle look like, and how do we get there?
Welcome to the Book of Philemon
Rather than needing a lot of history and background, let's see what we can learn by just reading the first few verses of a book of the Bible
It’s Here (Part I)
As Elijah and Elisha prepared to part ways, their final conversation can teach us a few things
Help to Live Out the Truth
So, if we want to live out the truth, how do we do that? Paul had some good suggestions in a letter to Timothy.
Holding On to Not Get Swept Away
There are so many lies in this world that we can be carried away in the flood of them...unless we have something to anchor our lives
Lessons from Esther
Even if we are using God's gifts and guidance in this life, let's not forget that the plan - and the power - is God's
Something Even Better
Paul's vision for the church in Corinth seemed pretty impressive, but then he said that there was something even better
Gifts in Context
Let's look at some spiritual gifts in light of their purpose
Who Is the Gift For?
Have we taken gifts meant for others and kept them to ourselves?
What You Can’t See Can Still Affect You
There's more to reality than what we can pick up on our own, but we need help to find it
Not Winning Any Style Points
Can the good news be spread by those who aren't very good at presenting?
Mission and Commission
Followers of Jesus may have a common commission, but each of us has a specific mission...and help to complete it
Time to Testify Truthfully
Good testimony comes from first-person witnesses
Can’t Do This Ourselves
There are some things that we just can't accomplish on our own
Not Just a Good Idea, but God’s Idea
True success doesn't come from mere human smarts
Sharing, Not Just Telling
Sharing the good news about Jesus with others isn't for the one speaking, but is an act of love towards the one listening
All Together
When the right circumstances and people are together, combined with God's power, some amazing things can happen
Straight Talk with God
The Bible models some bold questions that people asked God, and we can do the same