Following the birth of Jesus, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem looking for Him. They didn’t come to be a part of something new or to join a large group of people. They knew He was the “King of the Jews,” and they came to “worship Him” (Matthew 2.2). They came not... Continue Reading →

        In writing to the church at Thessalonica, Paul encouraged them in their walk with the Lord and the evidence of their salvation. His compassion for them was not with just words, but rooted in the depths of his heart. “We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our... Continue Reading →

Jesus stood before Pilate and the Jews hoped He would be condemned to death; they hoped Pilate would bring an end to the controversy of faith. But Pilate did not follow their plan. As an outsider he ruled on what he saw to be true and failed to conscript a scenario to appease their sinful... Continue Reading →

        In reading this passage from Paul’s letter to the Colossian Church, the word “all” or “everything” is noted seven times. This speaks of the majesty, the sovereignty, the wonder of our great Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. “For by him all things were created in heaven and on earth” (Colossians 1.16). As the second... Continue Reading →

        Trouble can be troubling. We don’t like trouble, want to avoid trouble, and hope not to have trouble. But, we do have trouble. It comes in varying forms and manners, in varying lengths and degrees, and varying intensities and magnitudes. Sometimes we bring trouble on ourselves because of our decisions and actions, sometimes it... Continue Reading →